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BK08 FTA

2008 Jaguar X-type

Black Diesel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,993 mi
Last recorded132,993 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 FTA
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 132,993 miles

Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front sock absorber worn play in shaft

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive off side and near side inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all at rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coolant level low

Fail 21 Jun 2021 132,987 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn off side and near side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front sock absorber worn play in shaft

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive off side and near side inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all at rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coolant level low

Pass 25 Jun 2020 122,600 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper position lamp inoperative

both outer sills corroded

Pass 5 Oct 2019 120,919 miles

corrosion on both sides outer sills

Fail 5 Oct 2019 120,919 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

corrosion on both sides outer sills

Pass 5 Oct 2018 116,379 miles

offside front tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2017 114,279 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 107,995 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 98,743 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 88,245 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 88,245 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 78,269 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 64,754 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 45,222 miles

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

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

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 FTA is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 1,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BK08 FTA, 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 FTA registered?

BK08 FTA is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BK08 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 FTA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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