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AR08 REY

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,682 mi
Last recorded72,682 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR08 REY
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 72,682 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 72,682 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended does not fasten (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 62,396 miles

Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords NSR,NSF and OSF (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 55,600 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 52,930 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2022 52,930 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 47,740 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 46,323 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 43,247 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 39,299 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 35,419 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Aug 2016 31,865 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 28,461 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 25,169 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 21,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Aug 2013 21,059 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2012 16,934 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 12,884 miles

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

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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AR08 REY is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AR08 REY, 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 AR08 REY registered?

AR08 REY is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 23 August 2008.

Is AR08 REY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR08 REY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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