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RJ08 MYP

2008 Jaguar Xj

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

162,396 mi
Last recorded162,396 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 MYP
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2015 162,396 miles

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

both front tyres close to wear indicators.

Fail 18 Aug 2015 162,394 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

both front tyres close to wear indicators.

Pass 29 Aug 2014 152,537 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

emission to clean too test

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn close to limits on inner edge

slight play in both rear lower arm outer knuckle bushes

Pass 23 Aug 2013 139,591 miles

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emission to clean too test

front brake discs worn

Fail 22 Aug 2013 139,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emission to clean too test

front brake discs worn

Pass 31 Aug 2012 105,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean to test

slight play in near side rear upper suspension arm ball joint

Fail 29 Aug 2012 105,620 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean to test

slight play in near side rear upper suspension arm ball joint

Pass 31 Aug 2011 63,638 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 63,364 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 63,364 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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RJ08 MYP is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RJ08 MYP, 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 RJ08 MYP registered?

RJ08 MYP is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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