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WV58 GWE

2008 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,150 mi
Last recorded88,150 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 GWE
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 88,150 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 87,163 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 86,389 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 85,261 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 84,246 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 84,246 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 83,160 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 81,525 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 80,348 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 80,346 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 66,728 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 57,362 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 47,889 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 47,889 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 38,190 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 30,781 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 18,258 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 15,093 miles

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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WV58 GWE is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WV58 GWE, 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.

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What year was WV58 GWE registered?

WV58 GWE is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is WV58 GWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV58 GWE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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