2007 Jaguar XJ 2.7L Diesel · NG56 AAX

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 26 March 2025 at 143,537 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to March 2022, suggesting the car has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's nineteen year age. Between 29 March 2022 at 122,109 miles and 26 March 2025 at 143,537 miles, the car covered 21,428 miles. This averages roughly 7,142 miles per year, indicating regular use rather than prolonged periods of standing. The brief failure on 21 March 2023 was resolved within twenty four hours, and the lack of recorded defects across five years of testing is unusual for a vehicle of this vintage. A buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. While the MOT record shows no flagged issues, these tests often overlook slow-developing corrosion or perished suspension bushes unless they reach a critical failure point. Given the age and weight of the XJ, checking for structural rust on the underbody and verifying the condition of the air suspension components is essential. Attention should also be paid to the braking system and drivetrain fluids. The absence of advisories for brake disc wear or tyre tread depth over several years suggests a disciplined maintenance regime, but it could also mean the tester was lenient. Verifying the service history for oil changes and transmission flushes will confirm if the mechanical care matches the clean MOT record.