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BU08 GVW

2008 Jaguar X-type

Black Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

106,842 mi
Last recorded106,842 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 GVW
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 106,842 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 101,495 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 93,739 miles

o/s washer jet just gives enough fluid to the drivers view

underbody and components have slight surface corrosion

Pass 24 May 2018 81,550 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 72,907 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 67,934 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 67,913 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2015 62,913 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 57,907 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2013 55,402 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 44,530 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,935 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 37,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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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BU08 GVW is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BU08 GVW, 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

How do I check the history of BU08 GVW?

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What year was BU08 GVW registered?

BU08 GVW is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BU08 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 GVW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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