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C8 DFA

2009 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,862 mi
Last recorded62,862 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Jaguar Xj65,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 DFA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 62,862 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Oct 2025 62,862 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 53,539 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 48,700 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front bushes worn/corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 48,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge, tear/cut cords exposed 255/40r19 100y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front bushes worn/corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 44,228 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 40,278 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 37,023 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 33,786 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 30,141 miles

the DSC light is on jaguar/eagle specialist vehicles do not recommend the use of DSC

Fail 13 Sep 2018 29,992 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 25,815 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 21,045 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 15,659 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 12,120 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 9,201 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 6,113 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 5,090 miles

deterioration to nearside wiper blade

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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C8 DFA is a 2009 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 65,354 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 C8 DFA, 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 17 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C8 DFA registered?

C8 DFA is a 2009 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 April 2009.

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