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VN08 ZMU

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,034 mi
Last recorded85,034 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 ZMU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 85,034 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 84,877 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 84,877 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 82,403 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 80,971 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2023 80,966 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 76,102 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 69,937 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 69,184 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 66,971 miles

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

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))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 65,775 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 62,832 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

front wipers slightly smearing windscreen

Pass 5 Mar 2016 59,511 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on legal limit

Offside Rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 57,568 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 54,696 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 51,284 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 47,348 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 39,257 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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VN08 ZMU is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VN08 ZMU, 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 VN08 ZMU registered?

VN08 ZMU is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is VN08 ZMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 ZMU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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