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Y500 WHU

2008 Jaguar X-type

Black Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,367 mi
Last recorded96,367 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY500 WHU
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 96,367 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 96,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2025 89,222 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 84,911 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 83,421 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 80,127 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 75,877 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 72,030 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 72,028 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 66,725 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 61,296 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 53,786 miles

Both rear coil springs rusty

Wear to o/s/f tyre inner edge

Pass 7 Apr 2015 49,253 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 43,293 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 36,877 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 36,877 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 31,100 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 25,228 miles

Nearside rear shock damp.

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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Y500 WHU is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y500 WHU, 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 Y500 WHU registered?

Y500 WHU is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is Y500 WHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y500 WHU 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.

Does Y500 WHU have outstanding finance?

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