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AO08 VEL

2008 Jaguar X-type

Gold Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,746 mi
Last recorded78,746 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 VEL
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 78,746 miles

Nearside Front 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 Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Sep 2016 73,025 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 4 Sep 2015 61,944 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 50,242 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 37,655 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 27,239 miles

rear tyres losing shape

Fail 20 Aug 2012 27,239 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear tyres losing shape

Pass 7 Mar 2012 23,918 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 23,917 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 17,683 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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AO08 VEL is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Gold with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 83,385 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO08 VEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar X-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO08 VEL registered?

AO08 VEL is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AO08 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 VEL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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