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STX 799

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

92,938 mi
Last recorded92,938 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTX 799
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 92,938 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexible hose metal ends slightly corroded covered in wax oil (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes front and back slightly corroded and covered in wax oil (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner and outer dust covers slightly splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner and outer dust covers slightly splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust rear boxes corroded

slight play in offside and nearside rear suspension

Fail 15 Aug 2025 92,938 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases offside and nearside rear exhaust boxes corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexible hose metal ends slightly corroded covered in wax oil (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes front and back slightly corroded and covered in wax oil (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner and outer dust covers slightly splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner and outer dust covers slightly splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))

slight play in offside and nearside rear suspension

Pass 16 Aug 2024 87,875 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front brake discs becoming worn and corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2024 87,872 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

front brake discs becoming worn and corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2023 81,860 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

undertray loose

Fail 9 Aug 2023 81,860 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

undertray loose

Pass 12 Jul 2022 73,006 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))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 66,094 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 600,095 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 56,694 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 50,593 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 42,186 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 39,985 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 38,611 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 38,611 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 35,441 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 31,130 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 26,773 miles

Nearside front and both rear tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 20 Oct 2011 21,558 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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STX 799 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 STX 799, 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 STX 799 registered?

STX 799 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is STX 799 safe to buy?

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