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BV08 YFX

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,229 mi
Last recorded116,229 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 YFX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 116,229 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 114,048 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play in nearside and offside rear lower, outer suspension arm rose bushes

Fail 4 Dec 2015 113,944 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

slight play in nearside and offside rear lower, outer suspension arm rose bushes

Fail 25 Nov 2014 102,514 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nrar side front tyre wall damege

Pass 25 Nov 2014 102,514 miles

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

nrar side front tyre wall damege

Pass 7 Nov 2013 90,599 miles

ADVISE FRONT + REAR BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

ADVISE O/S/R TYRE GETTING LOW ON INNER EDGES + SMALL SPLIT ON OUTER SIDEWALL

Pass 19 May 2012 74,902 miles

n/s/f/ o/s/f/ tyres tred thining on ege

n/s/f/ wiper light smreeing

o/s/f/light damaged to top creen

Fail 16 May 2012 74,830 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

n/s/f/ o/s/f/ ener ege worn advise tracking chaque

n/s/f/ wiper light smreeing

o/s/f/ sreen light damaged top wiper split at end

Pass 16 May 2011 65,259 miles

All underneath covered with plastic covers

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

oil leak from rear differential

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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BV08 YFX is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV08 YFX, 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

How do I check the history of BV08 YFX?

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What year was BV08 YFX registered?

BV08 YFX is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is BV08 YFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 YFX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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