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BJ08 UJC

2008 Jaguar X-type

Blue Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

162,300 mi
Last recorded162,300 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 UJC
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 162,300 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

corrosion to underside

under trays and engine covers

Pass 9 Dec 2024 149,255 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Slight/general corrosion to rear subframe and associated components including prescribed mounting areas

Undertrays and sill covers fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2024 149,254 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Slight/general corrosion to rear subframe and associated components including prescribed mounting areas

Undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2023 138,278 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 126,304 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 115,311 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 106,905 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Dec 2020 106,905 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Dec 2019 98,746 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 91,081 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 84,143 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 76,606 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 71,540 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 62,544 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 53,344 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 39,993 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 36,362 miles

Both front tyres damaged on outer wall.

Offside rear tyre damaged on outer wall.

Pass 27 Jun 2011 31,543 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 31,517 miles

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

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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BJ08 UJC is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Blue with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BJ08 UJC, 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.

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What year was BJ08 UJC registered?

BJ08 UJC is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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