Jaguar MOT Failure Rates
MOT failure rates for 9 Jaguar models, ranked from highest to lowest failure rate. Data from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million UK MOT tests.
Jaguar MOT Reliability Overview
Across 9 models with sufficient test data, Jaguar vehicles have an average MOT failure rate of 19.9%. This puts Jaguar below the UK national average of 28%, suggesting above-average reliability across the range.
The most reliable Jaguar model for MOT is the Jaguar I-Pace with a 7.2% failure rate. The highest failure rate belongs to the Jaguar X-Type at 41.9%.
These figures are calculated from real DVSA MOT test records and represent weighted averages across all vehicle ages and mileage bands. Only models with 100 or more test records are included to ensure statistical reliability.
Which Jaguar Models Fail MOT Most?
| Model | Failure Rate | Total Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Jaguar X-Type | 41.9% | 140,073 |
| Jaguar S-Type | 36.9% | 59,333 |
| Jaguar XJ | 23.0% | 120,391 |
| Jaguar XF | 22.1% | 448,451 |
| Jaguar XE | 16.8% | 196,545 |
| Jaguar F-Pace | 13.0% | 226,008 |
| Jaguar E-Pace | 10.7% | 124,422 |
| Jaguar F-Type | 7.8% | 72,087 |
| Jaguar I-Pace | 7.2% | 49,641 |
How we calculate failure rates: Rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for each model. Only models with 100+ test records are shown. Data sourced from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million tests.
Jaguar MOT FAQs
Are Jaguar cars reliable for MOT?
Jaguar has 9 models in our database. Overall, Jaguar vehicles perform well in MOT tests with an average failure rate below the national average of 28%. Click on any model above to see a detailed component-level breakdown.
Which Jaguar model is best for MOT?
The Jaguar I-Pace has the lowest MOT failure rate at 7.2%, making it the most reliable Jaguar model in our dataset. See full Jaguar I-Pace MOT data.
Which Jaguar model fails MOT most?
The Jaguar X-Type has the highest failure rate at 41.9%. This doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a bad car — higher failure rates often correlate with older average vehicle age. See full Jaguar X-Type MOT data.
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