Jaguar XJ Reconditioned Engines for Sale: Save Up to 40% Online
Looking for a Jaguar XJ engine for sale in the UK? Mayfair Rebuilds supplies used, reconditioned and rebuilt Jaguar XJ engines for every generation, from the X300 and X308 to the X350, X358 and X351. Petrol and diesel. V6 and V8. Supercharged and naturally aspirated.
We do not just send you an engine. Every unit is code matched to your registration and VIN, inspected in-house, and tested before it leaves our UK workshop. You can buy supply only, or use our supply and fit service. Each engine carries warranty options of up to 12 months, and we deliver to the UK mainland.
No hidden extras. No wrong engine turns up. Just the right XJ engine, prepared properly, at a fair price.
Jaguar XJ Engines We Cover
The XJ used many engine families over the years. We match the exact code before we quote, so the engine fits your platform, wiring and emissions setup.
- Diesel: 2.7 V6 twin turbo (AJD-V6 / 276DT) and 3.0 V6 twin turbo (306DT) units.
- Petrol V6: 3.0 AJ-V6 and the 3.0 supercharged AJ126.
- Petrol V8: 3.5 and 4.2 AJ-V8, plus AJ133 5.0 V8 and 5.0 supercharged XJR engines.
- Checks we run: engine code, model year, ancillaries, timing setup and ECU compatibility.
Jaguar XJ Engine Problems, Causes and Our Solution
| Common Problem (UK) |
Main Cause |
Fault Code(s) |
Our Solution (Solution Code) |
Equipment Used |
Cold-start chain rattle on 2.7/3.0 V6 diesel |
Stretched chains, worn guides, weak tensioner |
P0016, P0017 |
Reconditioned engine with new chain kit (XJ-D30-RC) |
JLR SDD / Pathfinder, compression tester |
Power loss and blue smoke on 3.0 V6 diesel |
Worn turbo bearing, oil feed fault |
P0299, P2263 |
Used or reconditioned unit, turbo checked (XJ-D30-TRB) |
Boost gauge, smoke machine |
Rough idle, misfire on 2.7/3.0 diesel |
Worn injectors, low fuel rail pressure |
P0266, P0268, P0087 |
Engine supply with injector test or replace (XJ-D27-INJ) |
Injector test bench, PicoScope oscilloscope |
Supercharger rattle, overheating on 5.0 V8 |
Timing tensioner wear, coupler and coolant pipe leaks |
P0017, P0217 |
Rebuilt 5.0 V8 to factory spec (XJ-P50-RBLT) |
Leak-down tester, engine stand, Autel MaxiSys |
Oil leaks, high oil use on 4.2/5.0 V8 petrol |
Worn seals, timing cover and rocker cover gaskets |
P0300, P0524 |
Rebuilt long block with new seals (XJ-V8-RBLT) |
Oil pressure gauge, dial gauge |
Fault codes are a guide. We always confirm the real cause on the bench before we recommend a fix.
Three Ways to Buy Your Jaguar XJ Engine
Used XJ engines — sourced from trusted UK suppliers, compression and leak down tested, cleaned and checked before dispatch. Best for older cars and lower budgets. Basic warranty included.
Reconditioned XJ engines — worn parts replaced, rebuilt to OEM standards and compression tested. Best for daily drivers and high mileage cars.
Rebuilt XJ engines — full strip down, precision machining, new or upgraded critical parts, dynamic testing and premium warranty. Best for long term reliability.
Expert XJ Engine Supply, Fit and Support Across the UK
We work on Jaguar XJ saloons of all ages and generations, including the X300, X308, X350, X358 and X351, plus XJR and SuperSport performance models. Our process is workshop led, not call centre led and the same team handles your engine from first check to handover
- Vehicle and fault assessment before any engine is recommended
- Engine code and compatibility check against your reg and VIN
- Rebuild, preparation or sourcing, all done in house
- Supply, fitment and handover with aftercare guidance
- Engine delivery option across the UK mainland and vehicle recovery option in the selected area
- Warranty options up to 12 months with premium cover on reconditioned/rebuilt engines
Get your Jaguar XJ back on the road in no time. Enter your registration number on Mayfair Rebuilds for an instant price quote, or use the manual search if you don't have one. Safe, secure and confidential.