1998 Jaguar XKR 4.0L Petrol · B16 NCS

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 23 June 2025 with 106,346 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable and improving. While the car failed tests in 2023 and 2024, the subsequent passes show a total absence of advisories. This suggests that previous mechanical issues were addressed and the vehicle is currently maintained in a good state of repair. The mileage profile is remarkably low for a 28-year-old Jaguar, averaging approximately 3,800 miles per year. Data from May 2023 at 105,766 miles to June 2025 at 106,346 miles shows only 580 miles covered over two-year period. While this low usage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such infrequent operation often leads to degradation of rubber components, dried seals, and potential corrosion of brake discs or calipers due to long periods of inactivity. Despite the clean recent record, a buyer must conduct a physical inspection focusing on components prone to age-related failure. The recurring failures in 2023 and 2024, though resolved, indicate the vehicle requires proactive attention to specific items to pass testing standards. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as these perish over time on low-mileage cars. Given the age, a thorough check for structural integrity on the chassis and underbody corrosion is essential to ensure that the low mileage has not masked underlying rust.