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2008 Jaguar X-Type 2.2L Diesel · BL08 LHE

BL08 LHE

2008 Jaguar X-Type (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 141,072 miles. MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
JAGUAR X-TYPE
Year / Origin
2008 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 Dec 2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
141,072 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 Dec 2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2008
Engine
2198cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 20 December 2025 at 141,072 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful retests. The failures in December 2024 and December 2025 occurring just days before the passes suggest that the owner only addresses defects once they trigger a legal test failure rather than performing preventative maintenance through regular servicing intervals. At a recorded 141,072 miles, this 18-year-old Jaguar averages approximately 7,800 miles per year. This usage profile aligns with typical national averages for a luxury saloon of this age. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 3,400 miles covered between the November 2023 and December 2024 tests, and another 1,100 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle is not sitting stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for seals and mechanical components. A prospective buyer must investigate the specific causes of the two failures in late 2024 and late 2025, as the record provides no specific defect codes for those instances. These likely involved minor items such as bulbs, wipers, or minor leaks that were rectified quickly. Given the age and mileage of the X-Type, a physical inspection should focus on the integrity of the subframe and suspension mounting points as corrosion is common on this model. You should also check the condition of rubber bushes and signs of binding brake calipers, as these are frequent points of failure on vehicles that have clocked over 140,000 miles.
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BL08 LHE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/12/2025
  • 141,072 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

BL08 LHE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Jun 2026, 15:50
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Jaguar X-Type (BL08 LHE) between November 2023 and December 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 36 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.

PASS
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ADVISORY

BL08 LHE Mileage History

  1. 25/11/2023136,595 mi
  2. 02/12/2024139,950 mi+3,355 mi
  3. 09/12/2024139,953 mi+3 mi
  4. 10/12/2025141,072 mi+1,119 mi
  5. 20/12/2025141,072 mi

Average of roughly 2,164 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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70
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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