2010 Jaguar XKR 5.0L Petrol · SW10 KOB

The most recent DVSA examination carried out on 23 June 2025 returned a Pass with no defects or advisories recorded, which is the most favourable outcome possible and indicates that on the day of test the vehicle met all statutory roadworthiness requirements. Reviewing the broader history, the car has passed on three further occasions at 30 April 2024, 24 August 2023 and 7 April 2023, with the only anomaly being a Fail on 22 August 2023 which was immediately followed by a Pass two days later on 24 August 2023, strongly suggesting an aborted test or a minor rectification rather than any significant mechanical deterioration. The complete absence of advisory notes across the recent tests is a positive indicator that consumable items such as tyres, brakes, suspension components and exhaust system elements were all considered to have substantial remaining service life at the time of inspection, and the maintenance trend can be regarded as stable and consistent rather than worsening. With a recorded odometer reading of 17,841 miles against a vehicle age of approximately sixteen years, the Jaguar has averaged only around 1,115 miles per year, which is exceptionally low even for a high-end grand tourer. This pattern of minimal use is entirely consistent with a car that has been enjoyed in fair weather only or stored for extended periods, and it is likely that the odometer shows two or more complete years with negligible or zero accumulation. While low mileage preserves mechanical wear on internal components, it brings its own set of concerns; long periods of standing allow moisture to accumulate in the engine oil, gearbox fluid and differential lubricant, reducing their protective qualities, while brake discs can develop surface corrosion and the caliper pistons and slider mechanisms can seize from lack of regular use. From a buyer inspection standpoint, particular attention should be paid to the tyres, which on a sixteen-year-old car are almost certainly age-expired regardless of tread depth. Check the sidewalls carefully for cracking, perishing and any bulging between the cords, and verify that the production date code on each tyre indicates manufacture within the last five to six years, as the rubber compound will have degraded substantially. The braking system warrants a thorough physical check, asking the seller to demonstrate cold and warm brake feel; seized caliper sliders or corroded pad backing plates are common on low-mileage cars and will manifest as a pulling sensation to one side, brake shudder under light pedal pressure, or a grinding noise on first application after the car has stood. Examine the visible sections of the brake discs through the wheel spokes for significant edge lipping, pitting or uneven surface corrosion, and be prepared to budget for a full disc and pad replacement as a matter of course. The 12V battery should be tested for cranking strength and resting voltage, as a battery that has been left discharged or only intermittently used will have reduced capacity and may fail at inconvenient moments. Lift the bonnet and inspect the coolant and brake fluid reservoirs; both fluids degrade chemically over time and should have been replaced at fixed intervals regardless of mileage, so verifying their service dates is worthwhile. Cold-start the engine and listen for any timing chain rattle, misfire or excessive smoke from the exhaust, and on the road test pay particular attention to the adaptive damping system for any warning messages, clunks over uneven surfaces, or uneven tyre wear that would suggest a sagging coil spring or perished suspension bush. Finally, given the very low recorded mileage, it is prudent to assume that a major service including engine oil, filter, spark plugs, brake fluid, coolant and transmission fluid is immediately due, and this cost should be factored into any offer.