2008 Jaguar XF 2.7L Diesel · Y17 WAO
2008 Jaguar XF (2.7L, diesel). First registered 26 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 123,896 miles. MOT expired on 03 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,896 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y17 WAO Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/01/2025
- 123,896 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y17 WAO 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 (Y17 WAO) between July 2011 and January 2025.
The record contains 14 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 04 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (15 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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 Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”.
Y17 WAO Mileage History
- 12/07/201125,627 mi
- 12/07/201125,627 mi
- 03/08/201243,383 mi+17,756 mi
- 03/08/201348,651 mi+5,268 mi
- 13/09/201457,688 mi+9,037 mi
- 27/09/201457,688 mi
- 18/01/201675,151 mi+17,463 mi
- 31/01/201791,040 mi+15,889 mi
- 31/01/201791,040 mi
- 30/06/201793,884 mi+2,844 mi
- 07/07/201793,884 mi
- 03/12/201894,581 mi+697 mi
- 12/11/201999,027 mi+4,446 mi
- 08/07/2020101,936 mi+2,909 mi
- 08/07/2020101,936 mi
- 27/07/2021109,472 mi+7,536 mi
- 02/12/2022116,350 mi+6,878 mi
- 02/12/2022116,350 mi
- 06/12/2023120,858 mi+4,508 mi
- 23/12/2023120,858 mi
- 04/01/2025123,896 mi+3,038 mi
Average of roughly 7,288 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: Below Average
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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