2002 Jaguar XKR 4.0L Petrol · GD02 YKR

The Jaguar XKR’s MOT history reveals a concerning pattern of repeated failures over a compressed period, with no recorded defects despite multiple test attempts. The most recent test in September 2024 at 106,100 miles passed without issues, yet the three consecutive failures in late 2022—spanning just 23 days and 23 miles—suggest a deliberate or unresolved issue that was eventually cleared. The absence of any advisories or defects in the digital record implies either a highly selective or incomplete testing process, or that the vehicle was only deemed roadworthy once critical problems were temporarily rectified. Given the 18-month gap between the last failure and the passing test, there is no clear evidence of improving maintenance trends; instead, the data hints at intermittent compliance rather than systematic upkeep. The vehicle’s mileage of 106,100 over 24 years—averaging just 4,421 miles annually—is unusually low for its age, particularly for a performance car. The figures remain static between 2021 and 2024, indicating either prolonged periods of disuse or, more likely, an inaccurate odometer. The three failures in December 2022, all within days of each other and at nearly identical mileages (106,022 to 106,045), further suggest the car may have been driven minimally during that window, possibly for the sole purpose of passing an MOT. Without additional service records or a more varied mileage progression, it’s impossible to assess whether components like suspension bushes, brake fluid, or coil springs have degraded naturally or been neglected entirely. For a prospective buyer, the lack of documented defects in the MOT history is deceptive—this vehicle demands a thorough pre-purchase inspection. Priority should be given to the braking system, particularly the rear calipers, given the binding issues implied by repeated failures without recorded faults. The suspension—including coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings—should be checked for wear or corrosion, as should the exhaust system for leaks or rust. Structural integrity is critical; the absence of advisories on corrosion or frame damage in the MOTs does not guarantee its absence, especially in a high-riding, luxury sports car prone to underbody rust. Finally, verify the odometer’s accuracy, as the stagnant mileage figures raise questions about either genuine low usage or potential tampering.