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JAGUAR F-PACE (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 24,454 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

92%

Total Tests (2024)

24,454

Avg Mileage

55,010 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the JAGUAR brand average of 88%.

At 6 years old, 92% of JAGUAR F-PACEs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 24,454 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 55,010 miles.

How does the 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars216th out of 649(top 33%)
Rank among all JAGUAR models99th out of 299(top 33%)
vs national average+10% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+3% (89% avg)
vs JAGUAR average+4% (88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE has 55,010 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a JAGUAR F-PACE?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2016 model has the lowest at 90%. The 2018 sits between the two at 92%.

How much does a 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1995cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

JAGUAR F-PACE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202298%4418,151 mi
202194%2,11727,808 mi
202092%17,63036,773 mi
201991%22,18744,964 mi
201892%24,45455,010 mi
201790%30,12763,879 mi
201690%19,79170,609 mi

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About the 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE

The 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE is a premium with a 1995cc diesel engine. 24,454 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 55,010 miles at 6 years old, JAGUAR F-PACE owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2018 JAGUAR F-PACE Fuel Costs

The 1995cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

JAGUAR F-PACE Reliability Trend

The JAGUAR F-PACE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE

At 6 years old, the JAGUAR F-PACE offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 24,454 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE

The JAGUAR F-PACE is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel premiums from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: