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BU08 GVF

2008 Jaguar Xf

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

144,894 mi
Last recorded144,894 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 GVF
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 144,894 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 May 2023 144,894 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2022 119,916 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 117,570 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2021 117,570 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 105,666 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 105,666 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 103,445 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 95,653 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 12 Sep 2017 89,317 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 89,317 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 82,508 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 78,476 miles

nearside front wiper

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly in middle

Pass 23 Apr 2014 73,070 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 67,489 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 67,489 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 55,611 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 38,850 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 38,850 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xf?

Based on 1,374,522 MOT tests across 118,872 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
6,450
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
118,872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,779
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,074
Registration plate lamp not working 6,726
position lamp(s) not working 6,585
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BU08 GVF is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 77,475 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 Xf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 GVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xf typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU08 GVF registered?

BU08 GVF is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is BU08 GVF safe to buy?

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