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YB08 RGB

2008 Jaguar X-type

Red Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,745 mi
Last recorded91,745 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 RGB
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 91,745 miles

sill covers fitted

underbody corroded

Fail 26 Feb 2025 91,745 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

sill covers fitted

underbody corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2023 87,025 miles

underbody corroded

undertrays and sill covers

Pass 4 Apr 2022 83,862 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

underbody / sills corroded

undertrays fitted

Fail 7 Feb 2022 83,857 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value 0.52 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside and nearside rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 82,156 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 80,529 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 78,350 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 75,418 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 72,767 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 69,452 miles

Front discs lipped and pitted on edges.

Pass 25 Mar 2015 64,137 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion on front disc inner face

cracks on front number plate

flat spot on nsr wheel rim

light corrosion on osr shock spring

Pass 19 Mar 2014 57,306 miles

o/s/f tyre worn badly inner edge

Pass 20 Mar 2013 50,020 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 42,460 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 34,449 miles

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

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

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 RGB is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Red with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RGB, 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 YB08 RGB registered?

YB08 RGB is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is YB08 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 RGB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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