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JAGUAR XJR1997 · 4.0L PETROL

R305 FHT

Vehicle Insight Summary

With unavailable miles recorded, this GREEN 1997 JAGUAR XJR runs on PETROL with a 3996cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.

MOT
Expired
Expires 23/09/2007
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 01/04/2007
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1997
Engine
3996cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 1997 Jaguar XJR has an MOT history showing two passed tests in 2005 and 2006, both with no recorded defects. However, these entries are over 15 years old, and no further MOT data exists for the vehicle. The current date of 2026-06-04 means the last recorded inspection is more than a decade out of date, raising concerns about the vehicle’s ongoing compliance and condition. The vehicle has a recorded mileage of 85,897 miles at 29 years old, averaging roughly 2,962 miles per year. This is exceptionally low for its age, suggesting possible long periods of inactivity or minimal use. While low mileage can indicate lighter wear on components like brakes and suspension, it may also point to storage-related issues, such as degraded fluids, battery drain, or rubber component aging. The lack of recent MOTs makes it impossible to confirm if the vehicle has remained in safe working order. The MOT history shows no defects in 2005 or 2006, but this does not provide a complete picture of the car’s current state. The absence of recent inspections means there is no evidence of how the vehicle has performed over the past 15 years. A buyer cannot determine if the condition has worsened, remained stable, or improved without up-to-date records.

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45
/ 100 · Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! No MOT history found
! Older vehicle
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