2008 Jaguar X-Type 2.0L Diesel · FY08 FPD
2008 Jaguar X-Type (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 158,216 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,216 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FY08 FPD Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 16/12/2025
- 158,216 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 26 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (60 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FY08 FPD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Jaguar X-Type (FY08 FPD) between July 2011 and December 2025.
The record contains 14 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 16 December 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (60 issues), Brakes (21 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Bodywork (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 118 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: “Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor by sil”; “Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (”; “Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
FY08 FPD Mileage History
- 21/07/201153,096 mi
- 08/08/201271,883 mi+18,787 mi
- 12/12/201392,506 mi+20,623 mi
- 01/12/2014105,214 mi+12,708 mi
- 22/12/2015120,922 mi+15,708 mi
- 03/12/2016129,416 mi+8,494 mi
- 15/12/2017139,007 mi+9,591 mi
- 15/12/2017139,007 mi
- 07/12/2018147,327 mi+8,320 mi
- 17/12/2018147,496 mi+169 mi
- 17/12/2019240,620 km
- 07/01/2020240,887 km+267 km
- 07/01/2021151,286 mi
- 13/01/2022152,731 mi+1,445 mi
- 20/01/2022152,733 mi+2 mi
- 04/01/2023154,820 mi+2,087 mi
- 06/01/2023154,829 mi+9 mi
- 10/01/2024156,447 mi+1,618 mi
- 19/01/2024156,498 mi+51 mi
- 07/01/2025157,526 mi+1,028 mi
- 14/01/2025157,557 mi+31 mi
- 16/12/2025158,216 mi+659 mi
Average of roughly 7,297 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar X-Type
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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 X-TYPE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Sill Corrosion(Serious)
The plastic sill covers trap moisture and road salt, leading to terminal rust that is hidden from view until it fails an MOT.
- AWD Transfer Box Failure(Serious)
The transfer box on 2.5 and 3.0 AWD models holds very little oil and has no service interval, leading to bearing failure.
- Thermostat Housing Coolant Leak(Moderate)
The plastic thermostat housing on the Duratec V6 engines becomes brittle from heat cycling and cracks, leading to coolant loss. The leak typically starts as a slow seep but can progress to a steady drip or spray, risking overheating if not caught early.
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- Sill CorrosionSerious
The plastic sill covers trap moisture and road salt, leading to terminal rust that is hidden from view until it fails an MOT.
- AWD Transfer Box FailureSerious
The transfer box on 2.5 and 3.0 AWD models holds very little oil and has no service interval, leading to bearing failure.
- Thermostat Housing Coolant LeakModerate
The plastic thermostat housing on the Duratec V6 engines becomes brittle from heat cycling and cracks, leading to coolant loss. The leak typically starts as a slow seep but can progress to a steady drip or spray, risking overheating if not caught early.
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