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SAB 940

2008 Jaguar Xj

Red Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

50,507 mi
Last recorded50,507 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAB 940
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 50,507 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 47,832 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 47,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 45,512 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2022 43,602 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 41,734 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 40,054 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))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 37,559 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 34,884 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 34,881 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 31,061 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 28,024 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 25,123 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 21,806 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 18,523 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 14,508 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 10,631 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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SAB 940 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SAB 940, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SAB 940 registered?

SAB 940 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is SAB 940 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAB 940 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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