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WF08 XCE

2008 Jaguar X-type

Grey Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

178,572 mi
Last recorded178,572 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 XCE
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 178,572 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 4 Nov 2025 178,543 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Nov 2024 161,648 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 145,764 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 130,895 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Oct 2022 130,894 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Oct 2021 117,949 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 117,948 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Sep 2020 104,695 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 12 Sep 2019 93,037 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Oct 2018 78,890 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 12 Dec 2017 66,619 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 60,763 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 53,394 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 45,490 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 36,689 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,674 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2012 21,749 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 14,916 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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WF08 XCE is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Grey with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WF08 XCE, 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 WF08 XCE registered?

WF08 XCE is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is WF08 XCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 XCE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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