JAGUAR F-TYPE (2016)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 5,072 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
5,072
Avg Mileage
35,339 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the JAGUAR brand average of 88%.
At 8 years old, 95% of JAGUAR F-TYPEs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 5,072 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 35,339 miles.
How does the 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE has 35,339 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a JAGUAR F-TYPE?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 92%. The 2016 sits between the two at 95%.
How much does a 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
JAGUAR F-TYPE by Year
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About the 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE
The 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE is a premium performance with a 5000cc petrol engine. 5,072 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 12% of all 2016 cars for reliability.
With an average of 35,339 miles at 8 years old, JAGUAR F-TYPE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE Fuel Costs
The 5000cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
JAGUAR F-TYPE Reliability Trend
The JAGUAR F-TYPE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE
At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. With 5,072 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2016 JAGUAR F-TYPE
The JAGUAR F-TYPE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premium performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER (2017) 91% pass rate (-4%) from 16,007 tests
- MERCEDES SLK (2014) 87% pass rate (-8%) from 11,284 tests
- MERCEDES S-CLASS (2017) 93% pass rate (-2%) from 5,990 tests
- MERCEDES SL (2014) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 2,892 tests