1991 JAGUAR XJ3.2L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the final recorded test, though the data is significantly outdated. The most recent recorded test took place in December 2006 at 151,424 miles, which passed with no recorded defects. This indicates that the mechanical failures identified in the previous year were addressed and rectified. However, because there are no MOT entries recorded for the last twenty years, the current roadworthiness and structural integrity of the vehicle cannot be verified through official DVSA data alone. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. The record shows a very narrow interval between December 2005 and December 2006, with only 12 miles covered between those two annual tests. While this low mileage suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity common with such usage patterns often lead to degradation of rubber-based components, seized calipers, and perished fluid lines, which are not fully captured by a mileage-based assessment. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection focusing on specific areas previously flagged during the December 2005 failure to ensure faults have not returned. The tester previously identified leaking rear shock absorbers, a failing power steering pump, and a leaking offside front brake hose, which require close inspection for current fluid loss or perished rubber. Given the vehicle's age and the vast gap in testing history, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the chassis and suspension mounting points is critical, as these are primary failure points for older Jaguars that have sat stationary for extended periods.