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AC08 TGK

2008 Jaguar X-type

Black Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

188,685 mi
Last recorded188,685 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Jaguar X-type83,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 TGK
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 188,685 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 173,655 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 165,390 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2021 165,390 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.45 m⁻¹ (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 161,065 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 161,065 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached Detached & lower boot torn (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 148,227 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 148,009 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 129,868 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 129,868 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 116,638 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 116,638 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 114,430 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 110,839 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 97,542 miles

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

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)

offside front tyre wearing heavy on inner edge

Pass 10 Apr 2014 85,853 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 85,730 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 72,662 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 61,875 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 61,712 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 49,183 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre getting low and slightly out of shape

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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AC08 TGK is a 2008 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 AC08 TGK, 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 AC08 TGK registered?

AC08 TGK is a 2008 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is AC08 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 TGK shows 21 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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