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BO55 NTG

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,027 mi
Last recorded159,027 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO55 NTG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 159,027 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 156,245 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 156,245 miles

Front Road wheel fixing missing both (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 151,405 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 140,161 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 132,438 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 117,253 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 117,253 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2018 98,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 98,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 84,402 miles

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

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (2.7.4)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear lower arms (2.4.G.2)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 12 Aug 2016 59,860 miles

Offside Rear cut in sidewall of tyre, not showing any ply or cords

Pass 27 May 2015 55,675 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 48,547 miles

Kerb damage to NSF tyre wall.

Pass 14 Aug 2013
Pass 17 Aug 2012 35,070 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 35,070 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 25,038 miles

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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BO55 NTG is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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

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 BO55 NTG, 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.

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What year was BO55 NTG registered?

BO55 NTG is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 5 September 2008.

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