1991 JAGUAR XJS5.3L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent inspection data. The MOT conducted on 09 November 2022 at 45,663 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the car was in a sound mechanical state at that time. This followed a clean pass in May 2021, suggesting that the vehicle has maintained a high standard of presentation during its most recent years of recorded life. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 35-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,300 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the record between May 2015 and May 2021, during which the car covered only 9 miles. This long period of inactivity suggests the vehicle was likely stored for extended durations, which often leads to degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. While the low mileage implies minimal strain on the drivetrain and engine, the lack of testing since late 2022 means the vehicle has not undergone an official inspection in nearly four years. A buyer must focus on structural integrity and the condition of age-related parts given the long intervals between use. The failures in 2012 and 2015 indicate that the car required intervention previously, but the subsequent clean records suggest those issues were rectified. However, the physical inspection of the chassis for corrosion, particularly in the rear arches and floor pans, and the state of suspension bushes and bushings should be a priority. The buyer should also check for seized brake calipers or perished hoses, as these are common failures on Jaguars that sit stationary for years as evidenced in the mileage history.