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DB08 MFB

2008 Jaguar Xf

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,882 mi
Last recorded48,882 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB08 MFB
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 48,882 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement banana arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 48,243 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 47,483 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 47,427 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 47,427 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam h7 (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 45,441 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 44,874 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 43,767 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 43,763 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 42,443 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 42,443 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 40,075 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Apr 2017 40,075 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working n/s and o/s (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 May 2016 36,938 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 36,938 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 34,308 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 30,242 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 26,390 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre low on inner edge

Pass 10 May 2012 22,350 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 22,345 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2011 16,436 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xf?

Based on 1,374,522 MOT tests across 118,872 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
6,450
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
118,872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,779
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,074
Registration plate lamp not working 6,726
position lamp(s) not working 6,585
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DB08 MFB is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 77,475 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 Xf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DB08 MFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xf typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DB08 MFB registered?

DB08 MFB is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is DB08 MFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB08 MFB shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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