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PO54 GMS

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,589 mi
Last recorded44,589 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO54 GMS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 44,589 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 42,969 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 40,992 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 39,106 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 39,106 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 36,772 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 34,724 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 33,036 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 30,290 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 30,290 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 28,278 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 28,278 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 26,423 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2015 23,251 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 18,864 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 15,295 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 11,693 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 8,296 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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PO54 GMS is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black 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 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 PO54 GMS, 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.

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What year was PO54 GMS registered?

PO54 GMS is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is PO54 GMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO54 GMS 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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