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LG08 DCV

2008 Jaguar Xf

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,592 mi
Last recorded108,592 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 DCV
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 108,592 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 98,905 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under tray not allowing full inspection

Fail 6 Nov 2024 98,905 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 245/45/r18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under tray not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Oct 2023 88,710 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Oct 2022 77,382 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 77,382 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 68,040 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 58,008 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 58,005 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 52,230 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 43,898 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 42,365 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2016 38,088 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 38,088 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 32,161 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 27,959 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 22,470 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 22,470 miles

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 May 2012 17,240 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2011 12,811 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 12,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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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LG08 DCV is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 LG08 DCV, 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 LG08 DCV registered?

LG08 DCV is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is LG08 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 DCV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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