1991 Jaguar XJ 4.0L Petrol · H212 FEG

The single recorded MOT result, from 28 May 2022 at 168,150 miles, shows a clean pass with no defects or advisories. That is a positive sign, but it is now over four years old relative to the current date, so it cannot confirm the car's present roadworthiness. With only one test on file, there is no basis to declare a maintenance trend as stable, worsening, or improving; the verdict is simply that the vehicle was in a satisfactory condition at that specific point in time. The mileage works out to roughly 4,804 miles per year across the car's 35 years, which is low for a 1991 Jaguar XJ. That suggests either light seasonal use or periods of standing, both of which carry their own issues. There is no recorded history to show how the mileage accumulated between tests, and no evidence of any rapid build-up or long storage gaps. The sparse record means the buyer cannot rely on MOT data to reveal past neglect; the 2022 pass simply confirms the car was being used and tested at that time. Because the record is so thin, a pre-purchase inspection becomes essential. The absence of faults in 2022 does not guarantee the current condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers, all of which degrade with age and standing time. Structural corrosion is a particular concern on a 35-year-old Jaguar, so the sills, floorpans, and suspension mounting points need a close look. Verify that the odometer reading today still matches the 168,150 miles recorded in 2022; if the car has covered only minimal distance since then, check for perished tyres, seized brakes, and fluid leaks that sitting vehicles often develop.