Jaguar Xjr
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 25 years from 5,372 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
85%
Total Tests
5,372
Best Year
1991 (100%)
Years Covered
25
About the Jaguar Xjr
The Jaguar Xjr has been tested 5,372 times in 2026 MOT data across 25 model years (1990 to 2018), with an average pass rate of 85%. That's slightly above the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1991 model is the most reliable with a 100% pass rate from 64 tests. The 1995 model has the lowest at 74%. With a 26 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
The JAGUAR XJR has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 132,962 miles, while the newest (2018) averages 47,058 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Jaguar Xjr by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 93% | 191 | 47,058 mi | |
| 2017 | 95% | 133 | 58,591 mi | |
| 2016 | 92% | 165 | 49,299 mi | |
| 2015 | 83% | 75 | 53,356 mi | |
| 2014 | 91% | 183 | 62,913 mi | |
| 2013 | 93% | 30 | 74,665 mi | |
| 2008 | 89% | 157 | 87,799 mi | |
| 2007 | 84% | 348 | 94,403 mi | |
| 2006 | 77% | 294 | 99,136 mi | |
| 2005 | 82% | 167 | 101,910 mi | |
| 2004 | 77% | 370 | 108,410 mi | |
| 2003 | 84% | 541 | 112,539 mi | |
| 2002 | 79% | 99 | 108,492 mi | |
| 2001 | 82% | 328 | 113,959 mi | |
| 2000 | 81% | 172 | 100,269 mi | |
| 1999 | 80% | 298 | 106,393 mi | |
| 1998 | 79% | 790 | 107,156 mi | |
| 1997 | 87% | 189 | 106,536 mi | |
| 1996 | 84% | 187 | 112,362 mi | |
| 1995 | 74% | 325 | 107,723 mi | |
| 1994 | 85% | 80 | 121,359 mi | |
| 1993 | 76% | 33 | 83,103 mi | |
| 1992 | 83% | 47 | 96,642 mi | |
| 1991 | 100% | 64 | 20,438 mi | |
| 1990 | 89% | 106 | 132,962 mi |
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