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P8 WRT

2008 Jaguar Xj

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

51,292 mi
Last recorded51,292 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 WRT
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 51,292 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 50,131 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 49,366 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 48,267 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 47,019 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 45,688 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 44,711 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 44,711 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 43,535 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 41,640 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2016 39,127 miles

Engine covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2015 36,020 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 29,977 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 25,307 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 21,727 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 18,074 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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P8 WRT is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P8 WRT, 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

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What year was P8 WRT registered?

P8 WRT is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is P8 WRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 WRT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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