Yes, C288 ERL is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 June 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for C288 ERL?

The MOT for C288 ERL is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of C288 ERL?

The recorded mileage for C288 ERL is 71,063 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is C288 ERL ULEZ compliant?

No, C288 ERL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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Road Tax Paid

1985 Jaguar XJ 4.2L Petrol · C288 ERL

C288 ERL

1985 Jaguar XJ (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1985. Recorded mileage 71,063 miles. MOT valid until 02/03/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.

Make & Model: JAGUAR XJ
Year / Origin: 1985 · Cardiff
MOT Status: Valid until 02/03/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/06/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 71,063 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 4.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 02/03/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/06/2027

Mileage: 71,063 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1985
Engine: 4235cc

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C288 ERL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
71,063 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XJ (X350/X351)

Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

1985 Common Problems

C288 ERL Mileage History

15/11/202370,542 mi
24/11/202370,562 mi+20 mi
07/01/202570,821 mi+259 mi
26/02/202671,059 mi+238 mi
03/03/202671,063 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 227 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

C288 ERL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Sept 2026, 17:51

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Jaguar Xj (C288 ERL) between November 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 03 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread lifting around edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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