2010 Jaguar XF 3.0L Petrol · YP10 DWW

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening pattern regarding suspension and tyre components. While it passed the most recent test in May 2026 at 51,608 miles, the tester identified a deteriorated nearside rear suspension arm ball joint and a split radius joint cover alongside an offside front inner tyre reaching the legal limit. These issues follow a failure in 2025 where a similar suspension rod ball joint dust cover was flagged, indicating that rubber components are failing prematurely despite the low annual mileage. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 51,608 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,226 miles per year. This low usage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber parts and seals rather than mechanical wear from distance. The data shows that between the 2023 test at 37,329 miles and the 2024 test at 42,348 miles, the car covered only 5,019 miles, which is consistent with a vehicle that is used sparingly or sits for long periods. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear subframe mounting areas, as the 2025 record noted corrosion in these prescribed areas. Although the tester deemed it not excessive at that time, corrosion on a vehicle of this age requires constant monitoring to ensure structural integrity is not compromised. The front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in 2025; the buyer should verify if these have been replaced or if they continue to thin and corrode due to disuse.