Jaguar Common MOT Problems (2026)
Jaguar models ranked by MOT fail rate, with typical issues to check for cars of each age and type. Based on 787,586 MOT tests (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).
Average Jaguar MOT pass rate: 88%
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Jaguar Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021)
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Typical Issues (estimate) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jaguar X-Type | 27% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 2 | Jaguar S-Type | 26% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Jaguar XK8 | 18% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 4 | Jaguar XJR | 16% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Jaguar XF | 15% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues |
Most Reliable Jaguar Models
Lowest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021). Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger.
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jaguar E-Pace Chequered Flag Awd Auto | 95% | |
| 2 | Jaguar I-Pace Hse | 95% | |
| 3 | Jaguar I-Pace Black | 95% | |
| 4 | Jaguar I-Pace | 95% | |
| 5 | Jaguar F-Type | 94% |
All Jaguar Models by Fail Rate
Every Jaguar model and year with 300+ MOT tests (cars registered up to 2021), sorted by fail rate (highest first). Fuel type is shown as a guide.
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-Type | 2001 | 68% | 31% | |
| X-Type | 2002 | 68% | 30% | |
| S-Type | 1999 | 69% | 30% | |
| X-Type | 2005 | 69% | 29% | |
| X-Type | 2004 | 69% | 29% | |
| S-Type | 2000 | 69% | 29% | |
| X-Type | 2007 | 71% | 28% | |
| X-Type | 2006 | 70% | 28% | |
| X-Type | 2001 | 70% | 28% | |
| X-Type | 2003 | 71% | 27% | |
| S-Type | 2002 | 72% | 27% | |
| X-Type | 2008 | 73% | 26% | |
| X-Type | 2009 | 74% | 25% | |
| S-Type | 2004 | 73% | 25% | |
| S-Type | 2005 | 74% | 25% | |
| S-Type | 2003 | 74% | 25% | |
| S-Type | 2006 | 75% | 24% | |
| X-Type | 2010 | 76% | 24% | |
| S-Type | 2007 | 76% | 23% | |
| XF | 2009 | 77% | 22% | |
| XJ | 1999 | 77% | 22% | |
| XK8 | 2002 | 76% | 22% | |
| XK8 | 2000 | 76% | 22% | |
| XJS | 1992 | 78% | 22% | |
| XJR | 1995 | 74% | 22% | |
| XF | 2008 | 78% | 21% | |
| XJ | 2004 | 78% | 21% | |
| XJ | 1998 | 77% | 21% | |
| XKR | 2002 | 78% | 21% | |
| XJR | 2004 | 77% | 21% | |
| XJ | 1995 | 79% | 20% | |
| XJ | 2001 | 79% | 20% | |
| XJ | 2002 | 77% | 20% | |
| XJ | 2000 | 78% | 20% | |
| XJR | 1998 | 79% | 20% | |
| XF | 2010 | 80% | 19% | |
| XJ | 2003 | 81% | 19% | |
| XK8 | 1998 | 81% | 19% | |
| XJ | 2005 | 80% | 19% | |
| XKR | 2001 | 79% | 19% | |
| XKR | 2006 | 81% | 19% | |
| XKR | 2004 | 80% | 19% | |
| XF | 2011 | 81% | 18% | |
| XK8 | 1997 | 81% | 18% | |
| XJ | 2008 | 82% | 18% | |
| XJ | 1997 | 80% | 18% | |
| XK8 | 1999 | 80% | 18% | |
| XK8 | 2003 | 81% | 18% | |
| XKR | 1998 | 81% | 18% | |
| XJ | 1992 | 82% | 18% |
Showing top 50 of 172 model/year combinations. View all Jaguar models
Jaguar MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Jaguar cars?
The most common MOT problems on Jaguar cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake wear and tyre condition, which are the most common reasons for failure across all makes in DVSA's published MOT statistics. Older Jaguar diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. Of the Jaguar models with at least 1,000 tests, the Jaguar X-Type has the highest average fail rate at 27%.
Which Jaguar model is the most reliable?
In our data, the Jaguar E-Pace Chequered Flag Awd Auto has the best MOT record of the Jaguar models with at least 1,000 tests: 95% of its 1,873 MOT tests ended in a pass and 4% in a fail. The Jaguar I-Pace Hse and the Jaguar I-Pace Black are level on 95%. Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare models of a similar age.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Jaguar?
The average MOT pass rate for Jaguar is 88%, based on 787,586 MOT tests across 81 models (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That means roughly 12% of MOT tests on Jaguar cars ended in a fail.
Jaguar Model Problem Guides
Typical issues to check, rough repair costs and year-by-year MOT pass rates for each Jaguar model
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