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VEW 333

2008 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

82,153 mi
Last recorded82,153 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEW 333
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 82,153 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 79,313 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 76,002 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 76,002 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 71,502 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 67,695 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 63,050 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 61,027 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 26 Nov 2018 58,104 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 54,101 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 49,407 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 44,766 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 37,832 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 31,928 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2013 31,928 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2012 28,163 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 23,815 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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VEW 333 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VEW 333, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VEW 333 registered?

VEW 333 is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 December 2008.

Is VEW 333 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEW 333 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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