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MAN 129

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,658 mi
Last recorded90,658 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAN 129
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 90,658 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Oil leak, but not excessive diff wetting oil from shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 90,653 miles

Central Fuel tank insecure tank strap broken/missing (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Oil leak, but not excessive diff wetting oil from shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 89,878 miles

Rear subframe and suspension arms are corroding

Fail 21 Feb 2023 89,862 miles

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

Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened between both "front" subframe main mountings on rear subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays and sill covers fitted, unable to assess condition of sills and underside components and pipes

Pass 24 Feb 2022 88,374 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Subframe bushes deteriorating

Pass 17 Feb 2021 86,304 miles

Central Rear slight wetting of oil at nearside inner drive shaft joint

Front slight damage to outer sidewall

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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MAN 129 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MAN 129, 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

How do I check the history of MAN 129?

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What year was MAN 129 registered?

MAN 129 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is MAN 129 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAN 129 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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