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AC53 XFL

2008 Jaguar Xf

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,422 mi
Last recorded77,422 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC53 XFL
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 77,422 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Feb 2026 77,413 miles

Rear Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing /cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing /cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 76,710 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyre cracking 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Nov 2024 76,710 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyre cracking 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 75,585 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 27 Oct 2022 73,692 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 69,904 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 64,649 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 60,811 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 60,811 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 56,918 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 56,918 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 52,518 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 46,887 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 46,887 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 42,976 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 34,292 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 28,390 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 28,390 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 20,959 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 20,959 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xf?

Based on 1,374,522 MOT tests across 118,872 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
6,450
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
118,872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,779
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,074
Registration plate lamp not working 6,726
position lamp(s) not working 6,585
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AC53 XFL is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 77,475 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC53 XFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xf typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC53 XFL registered?

AC53 XFL is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is AC53 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC53 XFL shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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