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A21 JGM

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

121,823 mi
Last recorded121,823 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 JGM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 121,823 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 116,981 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 112,850 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 108,767 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 104,953 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 104,922 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 100,887 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 95,899 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 90,002 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 84,095 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 72,957 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 72,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm recomend tracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm steel cords showing (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2015 64,197 miles

front tyres are scrubbed

Pass 26 Jul 2014 55,946 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 48,137 miles

both front tyres are scrubbed on inside

Pass 26 Jun 2012 38,800 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 28,953 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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A21 JGM is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 69,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 JGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 JGM registered?

A21 JGM is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is A21 JGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 JGM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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