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SY08 ETV

2008 Jaguar Xf

Red Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,416 mi
Last recorded91,416 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 ETV
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 91,416 miles

rear subframe corroded

rear chassis legs light corrosion

rear differential leaking

Fail 15 Oct 2025 91,416 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear chassis legs light corrosion

rear differential leaking

rear subframe corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2024 90,278 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Trailing arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Trailing arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2023 88,890 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under Trays Fitted

Fail 27 Sep 2023 88,880 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2022 87,145 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2021 85,343 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 84,198 miles

Parking brake force low on offside

Fail 30 Sep 2020 84,198 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake force low on offside

Pass 4 Oct 2019 82,280 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 78,428 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 72,552 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 67,144 miles

osr tyre worn inside edge

rear subframe and components corroded

Fail 19 May 2017 67,144 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

osr tyre worn inside edge

rear subframe and components corroded

Pass 5 May 2016 48,616 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2016 48,616 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 29,867 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 29,867 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 27,542 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 24,567 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 22,020 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 16,772 miles

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

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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SY08 ETV is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Red with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY08 ETV, 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 SY08 ETV registered?

SY08 ETV is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is SY08 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 ETV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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