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FA08 HBY

2008 Jaguar Xf

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,243 mi
Last recorded147,243 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 HBY
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 147,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 136,307 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 136,307 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 124,008 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 124,008 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 109,915 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 98,304 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 98,304 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 84,313 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 13 Mar 2014 77,696 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 58,841 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 58,841 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2012 41,909 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 34,885 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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FA08 HBY is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FA08 HBY, 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 FA08 HBY registered?

FA08 HBY is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is FA08 HBY safe to buy?

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