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WG08 VHJ

2008 Jaguar X-type

Grey Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,011 mi
Last recorded46,011 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 VHJ
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2025 46,011 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Fog lamp loose but not affecting its operation

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 45,446 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2023 44,632 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2022 42,689 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 61,604 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 56,808 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 52,668 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 30,610 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 45,471 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 26,507 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 23,248 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 20,914 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on edges

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

slight noise from n/s/r hub when rotated

Pass 21 Jun 2012 17,238 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 13,993 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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WG08 VHJ is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Grey with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WG08 VHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG08 VHJ registered?

WG08 VHJ is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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