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YB08 SXJ

2008 Jaguar X-type

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,541 mi
Last recorded171,541 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 SXJ
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 171,541 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake caliper handbrake lever not returning to its fully stop position.

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 171,541 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake caliper handbrake lever not returning to its fully stop position.

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 161,176 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Jun 2016 157,528 miles

Coolant Leak Above Gearbox Area

Fail 14 Jun 2016 157,410 miles

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

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

Coolant Leak Above Gearbox Area

Pass 10 Jul 2015 149,166 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 149,100 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 139,023 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 126,788 miles

coolant level below minimum

nearside rear tyre cracked and perished

offside rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 15 May 2012 112,595 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 9 Jun 2011 84,371 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 84,371 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 SXJ is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SXJ, 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 SXJ registered?

YB08 SXJ is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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The MOT history for YB08 SXJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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