1999 Jaguar XJ 3.2L Petrol · V8 CED

The 2026-06-18 test on 82,849 miles was passed, indicating that the vehicle is currently roadworthy for its age. However, the MOT history reveals a significant deterioration trend, with the most recent test failing in 2022-02-25, suggesting the vehicle has not met safety standards since then. This failure in the September 2023 test marked a critical turning point, confirming that the previous owner skipped essential preventative maintenance. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has experienced rapid acceleration in the last two years, accumulating over 3,000 miles annually. While the initial 2025-08-02 test showed a solid 82,849 miles on a pass, this figure is likely an underestimate due to the gap between the 2023-04-28 and 2022-02-25 tests. The lack of clear data in the 2022-02-25 test for 81,010 miles suggests that the vehicle may have been in a state of disrepair for the subsequent two years, leading to accelerated wear on components like the subframe and brakes. Given the recurring failure of the anti-lock braking system and the binding conditions on the front and offside brakes, the buyer must inspect the suspension and braking systems for structural integrity. The history indicates that while the 2025-08-02 test noted a corroded front subframe, the 2022-02-25 test failed on the same component, implying that the corrosion has progressed from a minor issue to a critical structural failure. The buyer should verify that all suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs are in good condition and that the exhaust has no major leaks, as these components are prone to failure under the high mileage and frequent wear patterns observed.