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ML08 VTP

2008 Jaguar Xf

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

150,284 mi
Last recorded150,284 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 VTP
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 150,284 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil On Under Shield (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear 2x Rear Exhaust Clamps Broken

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 146,796 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 144,250 miles

Exhaust Clamps Broken

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 140,467 miles

rear exhaust clamps are broken

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield slightly insecure

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 134,311 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 123,672 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both rear anti roll bar has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 116,922 miles
Fail 1 May 2020 116,895 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working led (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 114,861 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 103,476 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 93,345 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 81,767 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears 2-2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jan 2017 81,767 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears 2-2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 69,864 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 59,668 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 49,607 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 32,564 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 32,564 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 27,007 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 21,268 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 21,267 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 VTP is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VTP, 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.

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ML08 VTP is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 16 April 2008.

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