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1953 RT

2008 Jaguar Xjr

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,370 mi
Last recorded15,370 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xjr61,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1953 RT
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 15,370 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 15,305 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 15,220 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 15,157 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 14,784 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 14,707 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 14,604 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 13,916 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 13,598 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 13,430 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 11,826 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 11,279 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 10,712 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 10,087 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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1953 RT is a 2008 Jaguar Xjr in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 61,934 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1953 RT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of 1953 RT?

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What year was 1953 RT registered?

1953 RT is a 2008 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is 1953 RT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1953 RT shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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