2008 Jaguar XF 2.7L Diesel · FG58 TJU
2008 Jaguar XF (2.7L, diesel). First registered 25 Nov 2008. Recorded mileage 113,692 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,692 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FG58 TJU Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2025
- 113,692 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FG58 TJU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Jaguar Xf (FG58 TJU) between October 2011 and December 2025.
The record contains 15 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 10 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”; “Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)”.
FG58 TJU Mileage History
- 26/10/201127,278 mi
- 29/10/201239,158 mi+11,880 mi
- 29/10/201352,675 mi+13,517 mi
- 02/01/201562,468 mi+9,793 mi
- 18/12/201572,259 mi+9,791 mi
- 04/01/201672,697 mi+438 mi
- 13/12/201681,488 mi+8,791 mi
- 13/12/201681,488 mi
- 28/12/201791,713 mi+10,225 mi
- 28/12/201791,713 mi
- 04/12/201895,004 mi+3,291 mi
- 05/12/201998,237 mi+3,233 mi
- 04/12/2020101,722 mi+3,485 mi
- 09/12/2020101,722 mi
- 08/12/2021103,693 mi+1,971 mi
- 08/12/2022106,254 mi+2,561 mi
- 22/12/2023108,691 mi+2,437 mi
- 05/12/2024111,332 mi+2,641 mi
- 05/12/2024111,332 mi
- 10/12/2025113,692 mi+2,360 mi
Average of roughly 6,118 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XF
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: JAGUAR XF
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Sticking Rotary Gear Selector(Moderate)
The gear selector may refuse to rise or become stuck in "Park" due to solder joint failure on the PCB.
- Rear Differential Contamination & Whine(Serious)
Early XF models (up to 2009) were sent from the factory with contaminated differential oil, causing excessive wear to the pinion gear. This leads to the rear drive shafts moving around and damaging the diff seals, producing a distinctive whine or groaning sound.
- Boot Loom Wiring Failure(Moderate)
The wiring loom running into the boot flexes every time the boot is opened and closed, eventually causing the wires to fatigue and break. This disables the rear camera, boot lights, number plate lights and sometimes the rear sensors.
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- Sticking Rotary Gear SelectorModerate
The gear selector may refuse to rise or become stuck in "Park" due to solder joint failure on the PCB.
- Rear Differential Contamination & WhineSerious
Early XF models (up to 2009) were sent from the factory with contaminated differential oil, causing excessive wear to the pinion gear. This leads to the rear drive shafts moving around and damaging the diff seals, producing a distinctive whine or groaning sound.
- Boot Loom Wiring FailureModerate
The wiring loom running into the boot flexes every time the boot is opened and closed, eventually causing the wires to fatigue and break. This disables the rear camera, boot lights, number plate lights and sometimes the rear sensors.
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