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BW57 FZS

2008 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,468 mi
Last recorded165,468 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 FZS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 165,468 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 162,953 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 159,270 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 155,951 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 155,870 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2020 143,633 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 143,633 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 139,332 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 139,332 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 133,342 miles

FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGES

Pass 23 Oct 2017 123,619 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement to the front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement to the front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Oct 2017 123,619 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement to the front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement to the front (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 122,753 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 114,436 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 101,503 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres worn on inner edges

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2014 89,343 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 74,147 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2012 61,385 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 57,709 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 39,781 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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BW57 FZS is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BW57 FZS, 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 BW57 FZS?

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What year was BW57 FZS registered?

BW57 FZS is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is BW57 FZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 FZS shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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