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LC08 GXS

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

90,315 mi
Last recorded90,315 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 GXS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 90,315 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2023 90,315 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 84,151 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 84,151 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 80,796 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2020 79,460 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 2 May 2019 72,596 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

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

Fail 2 May 2019 72,596 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2018 70,125 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 68,456 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 68,316 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 68,316 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2014 62,794 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 50,121 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 40,299 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 40,299 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 28,832 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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LC08 GXS is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LC08 GXS, 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 LC08 GXS registered?

LC08 GXS is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 July 2008.

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