2007 Jaguar XK 4.2L Petrol · BT07 ACV

A cluster of major lighting faults and a persistent tyre‑pressure‑monitoring system warning defined the 2024 MOT, where the off‑side front direction indicator, position lamp, side repeater and headlamp main beam all failed inspection; these were remedied, as evidenced by clean passes in 2025 and again in April 2026 with no defects recorded. The pattern shows that the vehicle required significant electrical and sensor work, but that the corrective work appears to have held, delivering two successive defect‑free tests after the 2024 failures. With 45,082 mi recorded over 19 years the average annual accumulation is roughly 2,400 mi, well below the typical usage rate for a sports coupé of this age. Such low mileage often points to periods of limited use or storage, which can preserve engine wear but may accelerate ageing of rubber components, seals and battery condition. The MOT record shows no testing gaps longer than a year, indicating the vehicle has been regularly presented for inspection despite its modest mileage. Prospective buyers should verify that the tyre‑pressure‑monitoring system now functions correctly and that all TPMS sensors give consistent pressure readings; any intermittent warning could signal sensor failure or wiring issues. All off‑side front lamps, the side repeater and the position lamp must be tested for proper operation on both low‑ and high‑beam, and the headlamp washers should be checked for functionality, as the 2022 advisory noted they were inoperative. The tyre wear advisories from 2021 and the dangerous near‑side front tyre failure in 2021 demand a full tyre inspection—replace any tyres showing edge wear or exposed cords and confirm that tread depth exceeds the legal minimum. The rear inner brake pad wear noted in 2022 should be measured; if the pad is approaching the wear limit, replacement will be required to avoid a future failure. Given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, a thorough examination of age‑related wear is prudent: inspect suspension bushes and coil‑spring mounts for cracks or excessive play, check for any dry‑rot in rubber bushings, and look for signs of coolant or oil leaks around the engine bay and under the chassis. The battery should be tested for charge holding, and all wiring looms, especially those feeding the off‑side lighting circuit, should be examined for corrosion or cracked insulation that could precipitate repeat electrical faults. A test drive that includes listening for knocks over bumps, feeling for steering pull, and confirming smooth brake pedal feel will help confirm that the remedial work after 2024 has left the car mechanically sound for continued road use.