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BK08 ETU

2008 Jaguar X-type

Blue Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

131,962 mi
Last recorded131,962 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 ETU
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 131,962 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Sill covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Under body general corrosion

Pass 11 Feb 2020 131,513 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Feb 2020 131,513 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 118,534 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2019 118,534 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 106,378 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear REAR CHILD SEATS FITTED

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Feb 2018 106,378 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear REAR CHILD SEATS FITTED

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 97,326 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 97,326 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 89,568 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 89,568 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 86,974 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 78,145 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 78,130 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear discs starting to corrode

winter tyres fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2013 60,120 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 42,815 miles

Nearside Rear 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 24 Jun 2011 29,691 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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BK08 ETU is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Blue with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK08 ETU, 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 BK08 ETU registered?

BK08 ETU is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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