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XJ51 GAB

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

106,519 mi
Last recorded106,519 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJ51 GAB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 106,519 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 104,064 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 101,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 100,557 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 93,851 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 84,524 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 80,384 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to see inner brake pads

Fail 3 Sep 2014 80,384 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to see inner brake pads

unable to test wiper performance

Pass 3 Apr 2014 75,289 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 65,129 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 55,089 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 50,533 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 50,524 miles

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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XJ51 GAB is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XJ51 GAB, 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 XJ51 GAB registered?

XJ51 GAB is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 December 2008.

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