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BU08 GVX

2008 Jaguar X-type

Red Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

125,917 mi
Last recorded125,917 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 GVX
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 125,917 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 125,304 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 124,410 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 123,175 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 121,699 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 117,713 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2021 117,575 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2020 112,579 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lagging slightly in operation.

Pass 22 May 2019 106,800 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 102,144 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 97,664 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 May 2016 89,613 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 81,805 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 May 2014 70,234 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 58,122 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 43,319 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 27,858 miles

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 GVX is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Red with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GVX, 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 BU08 GVX registered?

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

Is BU08 GVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 GVX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU08 GVX have outstanding finance?

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