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FG08 GAO

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,062 mi
Last recorded63,062 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 GAO
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 63,062 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 63,062 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2020 61,672 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 58,326 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 58,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 56,834 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 55,461 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 53,233 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 45,592 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 38,607 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 30,460 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on edge

offside rear tyre wearing on edge

Pass 12 Apr 2012 24,518 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 18,623 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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FG08 GAO is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FG08 GAO, 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 FG08 GAO registered?

FG08 GAO is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is FG08 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 GAO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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