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NU08 SBX

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

133,073 mi
Last recorded133,073 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 SBX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 133,073 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Toe link rose joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 121,907 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner rear bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone inner rear bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 121,908 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner rear bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone inner rear bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 107,151 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 104,928 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2022 104,919 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2022 104,402 miles

lower covers fitted obstructing full testing of certain testable items

Pass 20 Mar 2021 102,824 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2021 102,824 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 99,065 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2020 99,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 93,463 miles

nsf tyre slight damage to outer sidewall

Fail 21 Mar 2019 93,463 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

nsf tyre slight damage to outer sidewall

Pass 12 Mar 2018 87,383 miles

Offside Front slight sidewall damage

upper and lower covers fitted obstructing full test of all components

Pass 16 Mar 2017 81,070 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 73,767 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 66,852 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 12 Mar 2014 59,298 miles

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 13 Mar 2013 51,621 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 43,275 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 32,244 miles

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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NU08 SBX is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NU08 SBX, 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 NU08 SBX?

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What year was NU08 SBX registered?

NU08 SBX is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is NU08 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU08 SBX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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