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BV08 YGA

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

66,435 mi
Last recorded66,435 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 YGA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 66,435 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 31 May 2023 66,428 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2022 62,001 miles

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

wet test

Pass 25 May 2021 56,574 miles

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 53,869 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim dented

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall cut

Pass 20 May 2019 49,597 miles

frt tyres worn inner edges

Pass 7 Jun 2018 43,057 miles

Front brake pipe ferules corroding

Pass 19 May 2017 39,596 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 39,596 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2016 37,015 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2015 34,025 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 29,888 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 26,529 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 24,593 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 24,587 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 22,490 miles

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 YGA is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YGA, 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

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What year was BV08 YGA registered?

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

Is BV08 YGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 YGA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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