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LM08 GDV

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

123,991 mi
Last recorded123,991 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 GDV
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 123,991 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 119,483 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 115,219 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 109,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 106,094 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 103,076 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 100,309 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 94,611 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 88,748 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 84,655 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 77,456 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 77,319 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 69,322 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 63,725 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 54,970 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 16,479 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 25,359 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 25,359 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 GDV is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LM08 GDV, 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 GDV registered?

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

Is LM08 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 GDV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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