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YB08 BZF

2008 Jaguar X-type

Blue Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

126,983 mi
Last recorded126,983 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 BZF
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 126,983 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pinhole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened including spring pan (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Flexi brake pipe brake bracket missing and secured with zip-tie

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened including spring pan (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 126,038 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 126,014 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Excessive water in exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2023 124,973 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2023 124,953 miles

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

Exhaust fumes entering cabin Pipe off under bonnet (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 122,156 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2020 118,513 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 114,494 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 107,195 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 99,950 miles

Cracking to sidewalls and flat spots to inner tread area on nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Dec 2016 92,102 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 83,683 miles

Offside Front tyre treads cracked

Fail 20 Apr 2015 83,587 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

air bag light stays on

Pass 20 Apr 2015 83,587 miles

air bag light stays on

Pass 6 Jun 2014 73,294 miles

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2013 56,428 miles

airbag light reset but possible fault may occur

both front brake discs corroded on inner face

both rear suspension springs corroded

offside and nearside rear shock absorbers damp

Fail 21 Jun 2013 56,419 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

airbag light reset but possible fault may occur

both front brake discs corroded on inner face

both rear suspension springs corroded

offside and nearside rear shock absorbers damp

Pass 25 Jun 2012 42,214 miles

front brake discs corroded at inner faces

Pass 6 Jan 2011 32,521 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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YB08 BZF is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Blue with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YB08 BZF, 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 YB08 BZF registered?

YB08 BZF is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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The MOT history for YB08 BZF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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