2008 Jaguar XF 2.7L Diesel · RY08 UHN
2008 Jaguar XF (2.7L, diesel). First registered 12 May 2008. Recorded mileage 193,819 miles. MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 193,819 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RY08 UHN Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2025
- 193,819 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RY08 UHN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Jaguar Xf (RY08 UHN) between May 2011 and November 2025.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 04 November 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 (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
RY08 UHN Mileage History
- 25/05/201161,099 mi
- 26/05/201161,100 mi+1 mi
- 01/05/201278,619 mi+17,519 mi
- 28/05/2013101,534 mi+22,915 mi
- 07/05/2014119,460 mi+17,926 mi
- 23/05/2015129,872 mi+10,412 mi
- 27/05/2016137,349 mi+7,477 mi
- 26/04/2017141,606 mi+4,257 mi
- 07/04/2018145,185 mi+3,579 mi
- 05/04/2019149,799 mi+4,614 mi
- 05/04/2019149,799 mi
- 19/03/2020161,681 mi+11,882 mi
- 16/03/2021167,756 mi+6,075 mi
- 10/11/2021170,475 mi+2,719 mi
- 11/11/2021170,477 mi+2 mi
- 09/11/2022172,725 mi+2,248 mi
- 09/11/2022172,725 mi
- 04/11/2023180,017 mi+7,292 mi
- 06/11/2024186,022 mi+6,005 mi
- 04/11/2025193,819 mi+7,797 mi
- 04/11/2025193,819 mi
Average of roughly 9,186 miles per year across 21 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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