That picture is of a bona fide XD. You can tell by several features including the lack of roof bars.
There will be a metal Special Vehicles identification plate riveted to the radiator apron, with the contratc and serial number. Open the bonnet and look down, and you'll see it. There are a few 'fakes' out there, but I think the one you show is real. They do bring a premium, despite cloth seats. Make sure all the unique XD items are present. They are waterproof seat covers, XD spare wheel cover, and Black rims. Deduct some if any of that stuff is missing. Generally XD's bring a small premium.
The Vin won't tell you if it's an XD, as the 500 made (250 to US) were spread out over 8 months.
The most valuable are the 1996 pre-production ones used in several LR sponsored events. Eco Challange, and TREK, a dealer VS Dealer competition held in several areas, and final held in Georgia. Most (but not all) dealer Trek versions were 5 speeds.
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