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ML08 VTE

2008 Jaguar Xf

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

104,541 mi
Last recorded104,541 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 VTE
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 104,541 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 98,783 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 91,063 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 86,508 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 86,494 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 84,129 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 8 Jun 2021 82,378 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 79,559 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 73,511 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 73,502 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 May 2017 67,116 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 67,104 miles

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 59,170 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 54,454 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 51,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2013 43,243 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 43,070 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 34,367 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 26,500 miles

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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ML08 VTE is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ML08 VTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ML08 VTE?

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What year was ML08 VTE registered?

ML08 VTE is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is ML08 VTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 VTE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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