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W8 MSP

2008 Jaguar X-type

Black Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,389 mi
Last recorded88,389 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW8 MSP
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 88,389 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 82,357 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 74,999 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 70,508 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 68,740 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 67,712 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 66,652 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 66,650 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 63,666 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Jan 2018 60,461 miles

both front inner brake pads worn

Front Upper tyre worn on outeredge

Pass 3 Jan 2017 57,169 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 53,557 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 48,655 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 45,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2012 37,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2011 29,291 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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W8 MSP is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 83,385 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W8 MSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar X-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W8 MSP registered?

W8 MSP is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is W8 MSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W8 MSP 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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