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J31 HLB

2008 Jaguar Xf

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

116,126 mi
Last recorded116,126 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 HLB
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 116,126 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 104,157 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 95,986 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all tyres worn (inside edges)

Fail 16 Apr 2024 95,984 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn very pitted inside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all tyres worn (inside edges)

Pass 30 Jun 2023 87,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 87,936 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Tie Rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 74,849 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 64,836 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear wheel repaired

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

Fail 4 Jun 2021 64,836 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear wheel repaired

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 57,535 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 48,885 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 48,546 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 48,546 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 48,037 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 46,875 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 45,008 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 44,278 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 42,330 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 42,319 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2012 35,185 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 27,095 miles

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

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xf?

Based on 1,374,522 MOT tests across 118,872 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
6,450
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
118,872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,779
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,074
Registration plate lamp not working 6,726
position lamp(s) not working 6,585
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J31 HLB is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 77,475 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J31 HLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xf typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J31 HLB registered?

J31 HLB is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is J31 HLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J31 HLB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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