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BV08 YGE

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,648 mi
Last recorded80,648 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 80,648 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 77,638 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 77,638 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 72,643 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 69,801 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 65,252 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 60,462 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 53,600 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 46,637 miles

advise small chunk out of O/S/R tyre outer sidewall protecter

Pass 27 Aug 2013 39,336 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 39,336 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 33,381 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 31,337 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 24,197 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,197 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 YGE is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YGE, 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.

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What year was BV08 YGE registered?

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

Is BV08 YGE safe to buy?

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