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WJ08 OTS

2008 Jaguar X-type

Gold Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

145,291 mi
Last recorded145,291 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 OTS
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 145,291 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 143,300 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2025 143,297 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 140,613 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 137,809 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 135,525 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 133,126 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 131,492 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 127,000 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2019 127,000 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 122,955 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 114,352 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 105,501 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 94,768 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 85,624 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 76,488 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 64,984 miles

Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Feb 2012 64,984 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 55,052 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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WJ08 OTS is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Gold 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 WJ08 OTS, 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 WJ08 OTS registered?

WJ08 OTS is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is WJ08 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 OTS 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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