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BV08 YGG

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

100,147 mi
Last recorded100,147 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2015 100,147 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 100,147 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 May 2014 82,364 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 82,364 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 68,702 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 57,120 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 44,713 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

under tray fitted

wear to all brake discs

Fail 20 Apr 2011 44,617 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

lump to n/s/r tyre wall

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

under tray fitted

wear to all brake discs

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 YGG is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YGG, 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 YGG registered?

BV08 YGG is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BV08 YGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 YGG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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