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SY08 RUO

2008 Jaguar Xjr

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,942 mi
Last recorded88,942 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xjr61,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 RUO
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 88,942 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 17 Feb 2026 88,942 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 75,107 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 68,066 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2024 68,066 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 60,008 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 56,596 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 56,596 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 51,799 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 48,013 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 47,527 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 45,665 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2014 45,192 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 39,336 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 32,610 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 25,175 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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SY08 RUO is a 2008 Jaguar Xjr in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 61,934 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 Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY08 RUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY08 RUO registered?

SY08 RUO is a 2008 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is SY08 RUO safe to buy?

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