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GU58 VZJ

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,976 mi
Last recorded26,976 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 VZJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 26,976 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 26,517 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 25,823 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 20,781 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 16,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 13,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 10,752 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 10,720 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 9,458 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 8,743 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 7,938 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 7,469 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 6,718 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 5,666 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2012 5,031 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 4,346 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 3,154 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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GU58 VZJ is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey 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 GU58 VZJ, 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 GU58 VZJ registered?

GU58 VZJ is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is GU58 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 VZJ 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.

Does GU58 VZJ have outstanding finance?

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