IsItAGoodCar
Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid
Road Tax Paid

1994 Jaguar XJS 4.0L Petrol · M243 EBX

M243 EBX

1994 Jaguar XJS (4.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Nov 1994. Recorded mileage 40,001 miles. MOT valid until 09 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
JAGUAR XJS
Year / Origin
1994 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
40,001 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 4.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1994
Engine
3980cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This Jaguar XJS presents an exemplary record of roadworthiness, characterized by a complete absence of defects or advisories across its recent testing history. The stability of its mechanical condition is evidenced by the clean pass achieved on 10 March 2026, following a brief failure on 5 March 2026 which resulted in no recorded defects. This trend of consistent, flaw-free certifications suggests a vehicle that has maintained a high standard of structural and mechanical integrity over the last several years. An annual accumulation rate of approximately 1,250 miles over its thirty-two year lifespan indicates a very low usage profile. This specific history means the drivetrain has experienced minimal mechanical wear, though the low frequency of use can sometimes lead to the hardening of rubber seals and suspension bushes. The consistency of the mileage suggests a pattern of light use, which generally preserves the engine and gearbox but requires a close physical inspection of all perishable components to ensure they remain supple. Given the absence of recorded advisories, a test drive should focus on confirming the operational smoothness of the vehicle. Attention should be paid to the gear transitions and the precision of the steering to ensure no play has developed in the linkages. Any unusual vibrations through the chassis or knocks over undulating surfaces should be noted, as these would indicate wear in the suspension bushes that may not yet have reached the threshold of an MOT failure. Further inspection should focus on the physical condition of the underbody and wheel arches to verify the absence of corrosion, as the MOT record confirms no structural failures. A thorough check for oil misting around the engine seals and gearbox is advised to ensure that the low mileage has not led to seal shrinkage. The absence of recorded defects provides a strong baseline, but.
Used Car Buyer Alert1 in 3 UK cars has hidden active finance or write-off history

Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.

£20,000 Experian Guarantee· 80+ check points · Instant results

M243 EBX Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
  • 40,001 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

M243 EBX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 17:41
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Jaguar Xjs (M243 EBX) between September 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

M243 EBX Mileage History

  1. 15/09/202339,084 mi
  2. 05/03/202539,545 mi+461 mi
  3. 05/03/202640,000 mi+455 mi
  4. 10/03/202640,001 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 369 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence

Estimate current market value

Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

Valid MOT
Taxed
Good MOT pass rate (75%)
Older vehicle
Experian Provenance Check

Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.

Experian Provenance Data

Vehicle Provenance Investigation

9 Key Registers

Comprehensive register checks across Experian, MIAFTR, Police National Computer, and DVLA records.

CHECK REQUIRED

OUTSTANDING FINANCE

Experian Register

Checks Experian asset registers to identify any active PCP, HP, or loan agreements.

Experian Asset Register: [Query Required]
Agreements & Lender Search: [Check to Reveal]
Experian Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

INSURANCE WRITE-OFF

MIAFTR Register

Checks the UK insurance total loss register for Category A, B, S, or N write-offs.

MIAFTR Insurance Database: [Query Required]
Write-Off Category & Date: [Check to Reveal]
MIAFTR Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

POLICE STOLEN (PNC)

Police PNC

Searches the UK Police National Computer (PNC) for active stolen vehicle reports.

Police National Computer: [Query Required]
Active Stolen Marker Search: [Check to Reveal]
Police Computer:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

SALVAGE & AUCTION

Salvage Registers

Cross-checks major UK salvage databases to identify if this vehicle has ever been listed in a salvage auction.

Salvage Auction Registries: [Query Required]
Trade Auction Disposal Lots: [Check to Reveal]
Salvage Registries:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

IMPORTED RECORD

Import Register

Checks vehicle registration records to verify if this vehicle was imported from abroad.

Import & Prior VRM Register: [Query Required]
Country of Origin Audit: [Check to Reveal]
Import Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

EXPORTED MARKER

Export Register

Checks whether the vehicle has been marked for permanent or temporary export from the UK.

Customs & Export Register: [Query Required]
UK Road Eligibility Marker: [Check to Reveal]
Export Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

SCRAPPED RECORD

Scrappage Register

Validates whether the car has been surrendered or notified as scrapped to an Authorized Treatment Facility.

Scrappage & ATF Register: [Query Required]
Disposal Notification Check: [Check to Reveal]
Scrappage Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

Statutory CoD

Confirms whether a statutory Certificate of Destruction has been issued against this chassis.

Certificate of Destruction Register: [Query Required]
Statutory Scrapping Decrees: [Check to Reveal]
Destruction Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

V5C LOGBOOK & KEEPERS

DVLA Master

Audits number of registered keepers and latest V5C logbook issue date.

DVLA Logbook Issue Date: [Query Required]
Previous Keepers Count: [Check to Reveal]
DVLA Keeper Master:QUERY REQUIRED
£20,000 Experian Data Guarantee Included

Avoid an Average £4,200 Loss on Undisclosed Vehicle Risks

Free DVLA records only confirm basic tax and MOT roadworthiness. 1 in 3 UK cars has hidden PCP/HP finance, insurance write-off categories, or unrecorded salvage history. Run the full check across all 9 registers with £20,000 Experian data guarantee protection.

HPI Check
£19.99
Single vehicle check
carVertical
£37.99
Single report
RAC Check
£14.99
Standard history
BEST VALUE
IsItAGoodCar
£8.99
Save over 55%
Instant on-screen report Official PDF emailed £20k Experian guarantee One-off, no subscription Apple Pay / Google Pay / cards

Data provided by Experian