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WR08 JHU

2008 Jaguar X-type

Blue Diesel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,861 mi
Last recorded129,861 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 JHU
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 129,861 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension components slightly corroded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension components slightly corroded

Slight corrosion to underbody in places

Pass 23 Jan 2025 124,446 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension components corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension components corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2024 120,628 miles

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

Front Suspension components corroded.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn very close to minimum limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Bumper not fully secure.

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

Rear Suspension components corroded.

Pass 25 Jan 2023 116,885 miles

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

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

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 11 Jan 2023 116,870 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values plate limit not found (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear bumper insecure

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

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2022 182,819 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2022 182,819 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 111,493 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil level on minimum

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Jan 2021 111,487 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil level on minimum

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 99,545 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2019 99,540 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 87,411 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 70,085 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 70,085 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 63,894 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear tyre wearing low and tread cracking

rear brake pads wearing thin

slight play in rear anti roll bar d link bushes

Pass 6 May 2015 56,056 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 49,633 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2013 41,955 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 32,581 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 23,423 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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WR08 JHU is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Blue with a 1,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WR08 JHU, 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 WR08 JHU registered?

WR08 JHU is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 24 May 2008.

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