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YL08 FRK

2008 Jaguar X-type

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,230 mi
Last recorded143,230 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 FRK
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 143,230 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 136,506 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 136,505 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn as marked yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2023 131,519 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear plates (0.1 (b))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 1 Dec 2022 124,995 miles

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

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

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 1 Dec 2021 118,290 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 112,740 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 111,734 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 106,550 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 106,546 miles

Wheel bearing rough when rotated o/s rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened n/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened o/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2018 101,788 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 Apr 2018 101,788 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Apr 2017 97,059 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 97,059 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 91,717 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 87,590 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 83,421 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 78,778 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 68,846 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 54,681 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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YL08 FRK is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YL08 FRK, 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 YL08 FRK registered?

YL08 FRK is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is YL08 FRK safe to buy?

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