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LM08 AYV

2008 Jaguar Xj

Gold Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,107 mi
Last recorded83,107 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 AYV
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 83,107 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 82,826 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 81,590 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 81,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 79,883 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 78,326 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 71,504 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 63,035 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 May 2019 60,998 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 58,466 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 58,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2017 54,993 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 51,256 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2016 51,256 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 May 2015 46,768 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 41,171 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2013 35,429 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 28,968 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 21 May 2012 28,968 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 May 2011 22,780 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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LM08 AYV is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Gold with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LM08 AYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM08 AYV registered?

LM08 AYV is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LM08 AYV safe to buy?

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