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WM57 FLB

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

86,483 mi
Last recorded86,483 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM57 FLB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 86,483 miles

all four disc's worn

Pass 22 Apr 2025 85,416 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule fronts and rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

some corrosion to suspension components

Fail 10 Apr 2025 85,414 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule fronts and rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

some corrosion to suspension components

Pass 7 Mar 2024 81,697 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 perishing!!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Feb 2024 81,586 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 perishing!!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 79,295 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 77,073 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Oil leak, but not excessive Diff seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 73,281 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 69,470 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 66,515 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 64,399 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 60,615 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 60,615 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 53,988 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 48,295 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 44,763 miles

Emissions reading to low to carry out test

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2013 41,413 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too low to register

Pass 6 Feb 2012 38,961 miles

CUTS IN N/S/F OUTER SIDEWALL OF TYRE

Pass 2 Feb 2011 30,498 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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WM57 FLB is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 69,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM57 FLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM57 FLB registered?

WM57 FLB is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 5 February 2008.

Is WM57 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM57 FLB 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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