2013 Jaguar F-Type 5.0L Petrol · OO05 ENE

A recurring weakness in the windscreen cleaning system dominates the latest MOT record, with two major failures recorded on 1 May 2026 for both nearside and offside wipers not clearing the glass effectively and an insufficient washer fluid supply. Those items are classed as major defects, meaning the vehicle would be prohibited from use on public roads until remedied, despite a separate pass entry on the same date that listed no other faults. Prior to that, the MOT history shows a clean pattern of passes with only advisory tyre observations, indicating no structural or emissions concerns have been flagged. The odometer reads 38,331 mi after 13 years, averaging just under 3,000 mi per year – well below the typical usage for a sports coupé of this age. Such low annual mileage can be consistent with occasional or limited use, but it also raises the possibility of prolonged periods of inactivity between tests, especially given the gap between the 2019 and 2020 records and the cluster of tyre advisories in 2022‑2023. Limited running can lead to seal drying, fluid degradation and tyre ageing, even when the mileage count is modest. For a prospective buyer the immediate priority is to verify the operation of both windscreen wipers and the washer system. On a test drive the wipers should sweep the entire glass without streaking, and the washer spray must reach the full surface with adequate pressure; any hesitation, uneven motion or sputtering suggests pump or linkage wear that must be rectified. The tyre history shows repeated advisories for front inner tyres worn close to the legal limit, a rear inner tyre with cracking, and multiple nail punctures on the rear wheels. Inspect the tread depth on all four tyres, feel for sidewall soft spots, and listen for any thumping or vibration that could indicate internal damage; replace any tyre that is close to the limit or shows signs of perishing. Given the concentration of tyre advisories and the puncture incidents, a thorough pressure check and visual inspection of the wheel rims for corrosion or bent spokes is advisable, as well as a leak‑down test of the rear tyres to confirm seal integrity. Although the MOT record contains no suspension or brake faults, the absence of defects does not guarantee component health; listen for knocks over bumps, feel for any steering pull, and verify that the brake pedal feels firm and free from judder. Addressing the wiper/washer failures and confirming tyre condition should bring the car back to a road‑worthy state for continued use.