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VU08 BXB

2008 Jaguar Xf

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

166,234 mi
Last recorded166,234 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 BXB
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 166,234 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 143,344 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 124,110 miles

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 100,125 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 86,075 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 86,072 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 60,712 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 58,097 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 56,670 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 46,693 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 40,350 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 37,263 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 37,263 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 34,279 miles

Nearside Rear 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 17 Apr 2013 30,147 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 26,905 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 21,438 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xf?

Based on 1,374,522 MOT tests across 118,872 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
6,450
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
118,872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,779
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,074
Registration plate lamp not working 6,726
position lamp(s) not working 6,585
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VU08 BXB is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 77,475 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU08 BXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xf typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU08 BXB?

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What year was VU08 BXB registered?

VU08 BXB is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is VU08 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 BXB 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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