Jaguar Eagle MOT pass rate and common problems
89.4% of 1,561 Jaguar Eagle MOT tests pass.
The Eagle has a pass rate of 89.4%, a little higher than the average across all Jaguar models (85.1%).
The Jaguar Eagle passes its MOT 89.4% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 95.7% at 3–6 years to 82.9% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (10) | 10 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 95.7% | 372 | 27,315 miles |
| 6–10 years | 91.1% | 597 | 38,323 miles |
| 10–15 years | 83.7% | 459 | 62,547 miles |
| 15+ years | 82.9% | 123 | 82,644 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Jaguar Eagle
The most common reason the Jaguar Eagle fails its MOT is tyres — present in 31.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has ply or cords exposed".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 31.3% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 28.3% | Not working |
| Brakes | 26.2% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Suspension | 25.8% | Fractured or broken |
| Visibility | 24.5% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.7% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Body, chassis, structure | 6.9% | Cannot be opened from outside the vehicle |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.1% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 1.7% | Fractured |
| Steering | 0.9% | Ball joint has excessive play |
Buying a used Jaguar Eagle: what to check
These checks follow the Jaguar Eagle’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Jaguar Eagle comes between 6–10 years and 10–15 years old, from 91.1% to 83.7%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 30,000–60,000 mi to 60,000–90,000 mi: 91.3% down to 79.3%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 31.3% of failed Jaguar Eagle MOTs. 9.8% of tests at 15+ years failed on tyres, against 1.1% at 3–6 years.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 28.3% of failed Jaguar Eagle MOTs. 21.1% of tests at 15+ years failed on lights and electrics, against 1.3% at 3–6 years.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Brakes
Recorded in 26.2% of failed Jaguar Eagle MOTs. 6.5% of tests at 15+ years failed on brakes, against 2.2% at 3–6 years.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
4. Suspension
Recorded in 25.8% of failed Jaguar Eagle MOTs. 6.5% of tests at 10–15 years failed on suspension, against 2.2% at 3–6 years.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 24.5% of failed Jaguar Eagle MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 20.3% of tests at 15+ years failed on windscreen and wipers.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Jaguar service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Jaguar models
- Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynamic — 93.8% pass rate
- Jaguar E-Type — 92.4% pass rate
- Jaguar E-Pace R-Dynamic — 94.2% pass rate
- Jaguar E-Pace Rdynamic — 93.5% pass rate
- Jaguar Xe R-Dynamic — 85.4% pass rate
- Jaguar F-Type R-Dynamic — 96.1% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Jaguar Eagle?
- 89.4% of Jaguar Eagle MOT tests pass, based on 1,561 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Jaguar Eagle?
- The most common reason the Jaguar Eagle fails its MOT is tyres — present in 31.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has ply or cords exposed".
- What are the common problems with the Jaguar Eagle?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Jaguar Eagle are tyres; lights and electrics; brakes. 9.8% of tests at 15+ years failed on tyres, against 1.1% at 3–6 years.
- What should I check when buying a used Jaguar Eagle?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; lights and electrics; brakes; suspension; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Jaguar Eagle's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Jaguar service history guide for how to check and keep one.