2002 JAGUAR XJ4.0L Petrol

The 2002 Jaguar XJ presents a stable and currently sound mechanical condition, culminating in a pass at its most recent test on 29 December 2025 at 60,588 miles. The record shows a failure on that exact same date with no defects listed, strongly indicating an administrative retest or a minor rectification completed within the same day. Prior to this, the vehicle passed on 13 January 2025 at 58,879 miles and 12 January 2024 at 56,617 miles, both without any defects. The maintenance trend is stable, showing no recurring mechanical or structural faults across the recorded history. The mileage accumulation aligns with exceptionally light use for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 2,500 miles annually. Between the January 2024 test at 56,617 miles and the January 2025 test at 58,879 miles, the car covered 2,262 miles. The subsequent year saw a reduction to 1,709 miles before the December 2025 test at 60,588 miles. This low annual mileage suggests prolonged periods of standing, which introduces its own specific risks despite the lack of wear on consumables. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer must physically inspect the vehicle for issues typical of low-mileage, aged luxury saloons. The Jaguar XJ of this generation relies on air suspension, so check for compressor failures or leaking air springs that cause the vehicle to sit low overnight. Brake calipers are prone to binding on cars that stand for extended periods, leading to uneven disc wear. Examine the underbody and subframes for corrosion, as structural rust can develop regardless of mileage. Perishable rubber components, including suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, will have degraded through age rather than use, requiring close scrutiny for cracking and perishing.