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GN58 SYF

2008 Jaguar Xj

Green Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

40,747 mi
Last recorded40,747 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 SYF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 40,747 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 40,718 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 40,582 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2023 40,581 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2022 40,360 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 40,040 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 39,875 miles

Front wiper blades do not park correctly

Pass 11 Nov 2019 39,573 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 37,952 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 35,973 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 35,111 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 33,329 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 29,829 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 27,321 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 27,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 20,267 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 13,333 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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GN58 SYF is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GN58 SYF, 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 GN58 SYF registered?

GN58 SYF is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is GN58 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN58 SYF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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