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BP08 YYX

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,073 mi
Last recorded134,073 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 YYX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 134,073 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 128,869 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 123,446 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 116,131 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 108,836 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 104,867 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 96,396 miles

under tray fitted to vehicle unable to check some testable items slight oil dampness around bottom of under tray

Pass 13 Apr 2018 88,688 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 79,756 miles

engine has a slight oil leak

rear brake pads getting low [inner]

Pass 22 Apr 2016 70,418 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 70,418 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 60,039 miles

o/s/r tyre has a cut on inner wall

Fail 14 Apr 2015 60,039 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/r tyre has a cut on inner wall

Pass 9 Apr 2014 48,765 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 48,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 38,948 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 29,163 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,572 miles

rear tyres cracked cord not showing

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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BP08 YYX is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol 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 BP08 YYX, 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 BP08 YYX registered?

BP08 YYX is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is BP08 YYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP08 YYX 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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