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VX08 VLH

2008 Jaguar Xf

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,034 mi
Last recorded113,034 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xf77,475 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VLH
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 113,034 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 105,941 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 105,941 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 97,782 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 90,485 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 90,485 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 83,360 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2021 83,360 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 76,334 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 76,334 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 74,484 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 74,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 71,192 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 68,810 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on inner edge ,close to cords

Rear both rear tyres wearing thin

Fail 18 Aug 2017 68,809 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front both front tyres wearing on inner edge ,close to cords

Rear both rear tyres wearing thin

Pass 25 Aug 2016 66,193 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 63,693 miles

Engine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 59,355 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 55,872 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 48,862 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 34,336 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 20,426 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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VX08 VLH is a 2008 Jaguar Xf in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX08 VLH, 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.

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What year was VX08 VLH registered?

VX08 VLH is a 2008 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 4 March 2008.

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The MOT history for VX08 VLH shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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