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VA08 NGG

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

141,921 mi
Last recorded141,921 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 NGG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 141,921 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 13 Aug 2025 137,472 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 134,921 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 129,588 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 125,805 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 123,195 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 120,335 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 116,113 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 110,892 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 104,782 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 95,521 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 86,944 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 75,973 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 75,973 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 65,770 miles

Both front tyres worn to limit on inner edge.

Pass 9 Jul 2012 52,443 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 41,031 miles

rear brake discs worn

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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VA08 NGG is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VA08 NGG, 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 VA08 NGG registered?

VA08 NGG is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is VA08 NGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 NGG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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