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MC08 YBA

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2722cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,330 mi
Last recorded195,330 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC08 YBA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,722cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 195,330 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2015 195,327 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 173,515 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 173,515 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 136,295 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 107,223 miles

nearside front tyre has slight in outer side wall

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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MC08 YBA is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,722cc 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 MC08 YBA, 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 MC08 YBA registered?

MC08 YBA is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is MC08 YBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC08 YBA 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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