1990 JAGUAR XJS5.3L Petrol

This Jaguar XJS presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 4 June 2025 at 86,914 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to March 2022, suggesting a vehicle that is maintained to a high standard and kept in a condition that exceeds the typical expectations for a car of this vintage. The mileage is very low for a 36-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,414 miles per year. The data shows minimal usage over the last four years, with the odometer moving from 86,428 miles in March 2022 to 86,914 miles in June 2025. This represents a total of only 486 miles covered in over three years. Such low activity indicates the car has likely spent significant periods standing, which often introduces different mechanical risks than high-mileage wear. While the MOT record is devoid of mechanical failures, the lack of recorded defects does not guarantee the health of components that degrade during inactivity. A buyer should specifically inspect the brake system for binding calipers and the condition of the brake discs for surface corrosion. Rubber components, including suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, should be checked for perishing or cracking caused by long-term stagnation rather than road use. The structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans requires a physical inspection, as MOT tests can occasionally overlook deep-seated corrosion in hidden areas of older Jaguars. Given the lack of advisories since 2022, the vehicle appears mechanically sound on paper, but the transition from long-term storage to regular road use requires a thorough check of all fluid seals and the fuel system to ensure no leaks have developed during its period of dormancy.