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FBZ 557

2008 Jaguar Xj

Green Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,569 mi
Last recorded10,569 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBZ 557
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 10,569 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 10,527 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 10,055 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components from view

Pass 3 Nov 2022 9,975 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 9,423 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 8,871 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 8,849 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 8,726 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 8,726 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 8,632 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 8,480 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 8,358 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 8,253 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 7,559 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 6,218 miles

engine under tray fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2011 4,826 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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FBZ 557 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FBZ 557, 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

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What year was FBZ 557 registered?

FBZ 557 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 20 December 2008.

Is FBZ 557 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBZ 557 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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