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S5 SXF

2008 Jaguar Xf

Red Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

94,411 mi
Last recorded94,411 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 SXF
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 94,411 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin replace as soon as possible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall also very close limit and nail in tread advise to replace as soon as possible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

under trays and sill covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 26 Apr 2025 94,411 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin replace as soon as possible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall also very close limit and nail in tread advise to replace as soon as possible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

under trays and sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 8 Jan 2024 89,056 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 89,056 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 79,667 miles

Complete underside and components heavily corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From Caliper to Flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From Caliper to Flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 79,665 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Complete underside and components heavily corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From Caliper to Flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From Caliper to Flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 78,649 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 70,311 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 69,120 miles

Nearside Rear tyre small cuts

Pass 17 Mar 2017 68,658 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 67,604 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 67,604 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 62,844 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 57,470 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 52,041 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 44,102 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 32,650 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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S5 SXF is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Red with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S5 SXF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S5 SXF registered?

S5 SXF is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is S5 SXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 SXF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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