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KE53 MCG

2008 Jaguar Xf

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

148,359 mi
Last recorded148,359 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 MCG
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 148,359 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Subframe and suspension components coated in undersealer

Pass 9 May 2024 134,591 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2024 132,203 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tread and inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 118,932 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2022 118,929 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit boot lid trunking (4.11 (c) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear upper arms, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both (4.7.1 (b) (i))

TPMS lamp on

Pass 9 Dec 2021 108,750 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear on the edges

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on the inner edge

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 96,442 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 96,442 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 94,675 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 90,490 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 85,564 miles

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

Rear brake discs wear

Pass 20 Jun 2017 78,052 miles

nearside front tyre balding on inner edge

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2016 73,359 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2015 63,391 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 53,187 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 50,183 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 35,045 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 35,045 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 20,900 miles

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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KE53 MCG is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KE53 MCG, 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 KE53 MCG registered?

KE53 MCG is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 28 July 2008.

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