2007 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Petrol · NG56 AAU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of significant mechanical failures requiring immediate attention. The most recent test in November 2025 at 105,196 miles passed only after a major failure just four days prior. That failure involved an inoperative electronic parking brake control, a failed parking brake on one side, and an inability to test brake performance. While these issues were rectified for the pass, the sudden onset of critical safety defects suggests a lack of proactive maintenance or a component failure within the electronic braking system. The mileage profile is notably low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. However, the data shows periods of significant inactivity. For instance, the car covered only 3,275 miles between January 2019 and December 2020, and fewer than 300 miles between August 2023 and November 2024. Such intermittent use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and the corrosion of fluid lines, which is consistent with the recurring issues with brake pipes and hoses noted throughout the record. A physical inspection must focus on the suspension and braking architecture, which have shown chronic weakness. Records from 2014 through 2017 repeatedly flagged play in various suspension arms, ball joints, and shock absorber bushes. Furthermore, the 2015 test noted corrosion across all four brake pipes and hoses, indicating that the vehicle's hydraulic system is susceptible to environmental degradation despite the low mileage. The buyer should verify that the electronic parking brake repair is fully functional and check for new signs of fluid leaks or perished rubber in the suspension assemblies that have historically plagued this vehicle.