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BV08 XLM

2008 Jaguar Xf

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

185,108 mi
Last recorded185,108 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 XLM
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 185,108 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 180,064 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost bush - deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres slightly perished between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 176,054 miles

Nearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres slightly perished/cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 172,255 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

trays and covers fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2022 172,249 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

trays and covers fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2021 168,005 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust clamps corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2020 163,533 miles

Slight play noted in the rear wheel, could be suspension or wheel bearing, can’t tell which

Pass 23 Aug 2019 157,204 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both scrubbed (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension lower wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear suspension both rear tie rods (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 157,201 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension lower wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear suspension both rear tie rods (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 141,410 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 127,066 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2016 114,085 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 99,500 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 83,608 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 66,646 miles

both front tyres are scrubbed on inside and outside

Pass 14 May 2012 54,271 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 35,822 miles

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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BV08 XLM is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV08 XLM, 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 BV08 XLM registered?

BV08 XLM is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 9 May 2008.

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