1991 JAGUAR XJ4.0L Petrol

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean bill of health in its most recent inspection. The March 11 2026 test at 76,237 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the record shows a failure on the same day, the lack of listed defects suggests a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical failure. This pattern repeats from the March 2024 test, where a failure was immediately followed by a pass at 74,785 miles without any documented faults. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 35 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,178 miles per year. Between March 2024 and March 2026, the odometer moved from 74,785 to 76,237 miles, confirming a consistent but light usage pattern of approximately 776 miles per year over the last two years. Such low utilization often indicates a cherished example, though it can also lead to perished rubber components or stagnant fluids. The absence of advisories across the last three years is unusual for a vehicle of this vintage. There are no mentions of corrosion, suspension bush wear, or brake disc oxidation, which typically plague these models. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas the MOT tester may have overlooked or that do not trigger a failure, specifically checking for structural rust in the sills and floor pans. Particular attention should be paid to the condition of the tyres and brake hoses. Low mileage cars often suffer from tyre cracking due to age rather than tread wear. Verify that the vehicle has not spent long periods standing, as this can lead to binding calipers or fuel system degradation. Given the pristine MOT record, a manual check of the underside for hidden corrosion is the priority.