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YC08 XZJ

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,883 mi
Last recorded117,883 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 XZJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 117,883 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 117,794 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 114,589 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 107,370 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 98,425 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 92,695 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 90,097 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

zero emissions.

Fail 24 Mar 2020 90,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

zero emissions.

Pass 18 Mar 2019 86,125 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 76,196 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 76,196 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 66,112 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 56,324 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 49,041 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 45,481 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 39,252 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 33,413 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,915 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

fuel tank damp but not leaking at time of test

nearside front tyre damaged on inner shoulder

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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YC08 XZJ is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YC08 XZJ, 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 YC08 XZJ registered?

YC08 XZJ is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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