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MV08 GXS

2008 Jaguar Xf

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,894 mi
Last recorded135,894 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 GXS
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 135,894 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2026 135,876 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 127,195 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 11 Mar 2025 127,185 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 117,844 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 113,291 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2022 106,538 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 102,258 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 102,191 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished slightly advise replace soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2020 100,570 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2020 100,535 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system Leaking slightly (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2019 97,854 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 93,743 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 88,307 miles

zero emissions

Pass 15 Jan 2016 80,564 miles

Nearside Rear 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 15 Jan 2015 69,055 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2014 56,342 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 41,764 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 39,381 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 32,559 miles

Jaguar Leaper on bonnet is a projection dangerous to other road users.

NSF Tyre has a nick in the outter sidewall

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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MV08 GXS is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MV08 GXS, 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

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What year was MV08 GXS registered?

MV08 GXS is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 10 May 2008.

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