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PY08 LXF

2008 Jaguar Xf

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,867 mi
Last recorded168,867 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 LXF
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 17 May 2024 168,867 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps and offside rear (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

rear chassis and subframe corroded

undertrays fitted obsecuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2023 162,316 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

pedestrian warning system malfunction

under-trays fitted obsecuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2021 144,332 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2021 144,332 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 119,945 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))

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 16 Dec 2020 119,945 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 14 Dec 2019 114,135 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 96,968 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Oct 2018 96,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 92,953 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 88,381 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 82,106 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 72,033 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 72,033 miles

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

front tyres wearing edges

Pass 6 Nov 2013 65,097 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 65,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 54,237 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 48,852 miles

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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PY08 LXF is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PY08 LXF, 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.

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What year was PY08 LXF registered?

PY08 LXF is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 23 July 2008.

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