1985 JAGUAR XJS5.3L Petrol

The vehicle maintains a clean roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent pass on 18 June 2025 with no recorded defects. This outcome suggests a stable maintenance trend, as the previous test on 27 September 2021 also resulted in a clean pass. The lack of advisories or failures across these two inspections indicates that the vehicle has been kept in a sound condition during its recent history. The recorded mileage of 23,669 miles over a forty-one-year lifespan results in an exceptionally low average of approximately 577 miles per annum. A gap of nearly four years exists between the 2021 and 2025 inspections, which implies the car likely spent significant periods in storage. While low mileage often suggests limited component wear, extended inactivity can lead to issues such as perished rubber seals, seized brake components, or fuel system degradation that may not be captured during a standard MOT test. Prospective buyers should prioritise a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking the floor pans, sills, and subframe mounts for corrosion, as the XJS is prone to rust in these areas during long periods of standing. The braking system requires careful scrutiny to ensure calipers are not binding and that hoses have not deteriorated due to age. Given the intermittent usage pattern, check the condition of all flexible rubber components and cooling hoses for signs of cracking or hardening. A cold start is essential to verify that the engine runs smoothly and that no fluid leaks develop once the drivetrain reaches operating temperature.