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VB08 MDB

2008 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

20,093 mi
Last recorded20,093 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xjr61,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVB08 MDB
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 20,093 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 19,905 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 19,611 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 19,382 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 19,244 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 18,982 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 18,287 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 18,287 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 18,048 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 17,496 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 16,868 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,320 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 15,051 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 13,793 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 11,235 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 10,256 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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VB08 MDB is a 2008 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VB08 MDB, 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.

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What year was VB08 MDB registered?

VB08 MDB is a 2008 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is VB08 MDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VB08 MDB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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