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J8 TAM

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

103,877 mi
Last recorded103,877 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 TAM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 103,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 101,319 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 96,604 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (Differential) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (Chipped) (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 86,254 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 86,252 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 82,226 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 77,117 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 74,982 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Feb 2020 74,982 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 69,522 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 67,668 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 65,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some testable components

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 22 Apr 2016 63,425 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2015 59,564 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 50,672 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 43,192 miles

Nearside front tyre worn low on the outer edge

Pass 26 Mar 2012 35,049 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Mar 2012 35,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2011 27,044 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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J8 TAM is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 J8 TAM, 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 J8 TAM registered?

J8 TAM is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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