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YD08 VFP

2008 Jaguar X-type

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

156,048 mi
Last recorded156,048 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 VFP
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 156,048 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Around (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL around (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front& Rear Both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2023 155,694 miles

Central Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general corrosion

undertray fitted

Fail 20 Nov 2023 155,679 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front and rear subframe heavily corroded

front under trays fitted

spongy brakes

Pass 21 Nov 2022 152,803 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under carriage surface rust covers fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2021 147,444 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

under carriage surface rust sills and under tray fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2020 142,240 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2020 142,200 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 133,329 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 133,327 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 123,039 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 123,036 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 114,321 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 109,684 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 109,685 miles

Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 21 Nov 2016 109,684 miles

Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 105,257 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 99,478 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 99,473 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 95,196 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 95,192 miles

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

Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 89,296 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 80,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 71,360 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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YD08 VFP is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 YD08 VFP, 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 YD08 VFP registered?

YD08 VFP is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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