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R60 XJL

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,660 mi
Last recorded128,660 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR60 XJL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 128,660 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 21 Oct 2025 128,637 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 127,933 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 123,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 123,944 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 119,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 119,200 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 116,769 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 114,543 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 114,543 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 107,476 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 100,966 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 93,387 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 87,086 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 87,086 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 78,762 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 68,643 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 59,910 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 47,309 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 37,633 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 37,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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R60 XJL is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R60 XJL, 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 R60 XJL registered?

R60 XJL is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 25 January 2008.

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