2004 Jaguar XKR 4.2L Petrol · HK04 RMZ

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently failing, as evidenced by the two consecutive MOT failures recorded on 2025-07-11, which occurred simultaneously with the most recent test on 2026-06-18. This indicates an ongoing trend of deterioration rather than a stable or improving history, with the engine MIL inoperative and oil leaks persisting despite the 99,144-mile test. The first failure on 2025-07-11 was driven by the engine, while the second failure on 2025-07-11 was driven by the oil system, suggesting that both the engine and the oil supply are compromised. The mileage trajectory is characterized by significant gaps between tests, particularly between the 2025-07-11 and 2024-07-08 entries, which suggests that the vehicle has accumulated approximately 10,000 miles since the most recent inspection. This gap is notable given the vehicle's age of 22 years, as such a large interval implies that the owner has likely been absent or the vehicle has been driven for a prolonged period without maintenance, allowing wear on suspension components, brakes, and drivetrain parts to accumulate. The clean 99,013-mile test on 2024-07-08, with only near-side rear brake requirements met, highlights that the vehicle has been driven for a considerable time, yet the mechanical condition remains unsatisfactory. In conclusion, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for binding rear brakes, binding calipers, and structural integrity issues such as rust or corrosion, which are common causes of engine and oil-related failures. Given the history of two failures and the lack of a clean 99,000-mile test, the vehicle presents a high risk of imminent breakdown and requires urgent professional assessment before purchase.