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D4 XJL

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2722cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

187,722 mi
Last recorded187,722 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD4 XJL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,722cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 187,722 miles

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

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2025 185,651 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rear boots splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear subframe/axle starting to corrode (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both rear boots splitting (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 179,856 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 177,227 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper wishbone arm rear bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 163,292 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 145,615 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 142,687 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 134,034 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 127,898 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 120,994 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 120,994 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2016 114,040 miles
Fail 12 May 2016

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 27 May 2015 707,872 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 97,779 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 88,109 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 77,355 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 66,439 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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D4 XJL is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,722cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 D4 XJL, 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 D4 XJL registered?

D4 XJL is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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