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OV08 RMU

2008 Jaguar Xf

Gold Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,295 mi
Last recorded148,295 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 RMU
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 148,295 miles

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

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

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection on some components

Pass 2 May 2025 130,002 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2025 130,002 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 161,783 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 87,938 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 80,251 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 80,246 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 72,694 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 69,354 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 66,187 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 62,177 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 58,168 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 54,770 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 50,573 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 44,889 miles

N/S/FRONT WASHER JET OPERATION POOR

Fail 22 Mar 2012 32,581 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 32,581 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 24,170 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)

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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OV08 RMU is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Gold with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OV08 RMU, 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 OV08 RMU registered?

OV08 RMU is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is OV08 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 RMU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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