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GC08 JAG

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

57,181 mi
Last recorded57,181 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC08 JAG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 57,181 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 53,796 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 45,930 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 45,673 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 44,930 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 44,114 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 43,202 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 41,806 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 40,521 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 369,703 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 38,303 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 36,058 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 33,476 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2014 33,476 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 27,796 miles

o/s/f tyre worn very low on inner edge

Pass 1 Nov 2012 22,758 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 18,084 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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GC08 JAG is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GC08 JAG, 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 GC08 JAG registered?

GC08 JAG is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is GC08 JAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC08 JAG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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