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PAT 972

2008 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2722cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

83,535 mi
Last recorded83,535 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAT 972
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,722cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 83,535 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 87,592 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 87,591 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 321,523 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front to caliper corroding (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective mid support bracket damaged ripped out floor o/side (6.1.2 (a))

rear subframe corroding

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Fail 29 Jan 2020 132,523 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour badly faded (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front to caliper corroding (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective mid support bracket damaged ripped out floor o/side (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

rear subframe corroding

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Pass 25 Jul 2018 77,447 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ONLY JUST 1.6mm(measured) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 74,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

exhaust bracket damage

Pass 25 Jul 2016 66,062 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 59,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 59,083 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 51,662 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 41,895 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 33,417 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 22,673 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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PAT 972 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,722cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PAT 972, 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 PAT 972 registered?

PAT 972 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 October 2008.

Is PAT 972 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAT 972 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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