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DX08 XJL

2008 Fiat Auto Trail

White Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

54,404 mi
Last recorded54,404 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat Auto Trail25,478 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 XJL
MakeFiat
ModelAuto Trail
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 54,404 miles

All brake discs corroded on surfaces

All front suspension bushes slightly deteriorated

Exhaust rubbers deteriorated

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 54,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil residue around sump/rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 54,382 miles

Exhaust system insecure exhaust rubber snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil residue around sump/rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 52,772 miles

Offside Front Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 51,682 miles

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 51,682 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 48,315 miles

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

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

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

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing middle (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 44,847 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 41,114 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 38,596 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 38,596 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 35,000 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 31,661 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 28,076 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 23,659 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 23,659 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 20,453 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 17,866 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 12,614 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Auto Trail?

Based on 75,508 MOT tests across 10,381 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
2,070
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
10,381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 113
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DX08 XJL is a 2008 Fiat Auto Trail in White with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Auto Trail models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 25,478 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 Fiat Auto Trail fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 XJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Auto Trail typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 18 years old, this Fiat Auto Trail is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX08 XJL registered?

DX08 XJL is a 2008 Fiat Auto Trail, first registered on 24 April 2008.

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