Jaguar F-Type MOT pass rate and common problems
94.3% of 34,392 Jaguar F-Type MOT tests pass.
The F-Type passes its MOT 94.3% of the time — well above the average across all Jaguar models, which sits at 85.1%.
The Jaguar F-Type passes its MOT 94.3% 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 stays relatively stable with age: 94.2% at 0–3 years versus 93.0% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 94.2% | 980 | 15,991 miles |
| 3–6 years | 94.9% | 9,121 | 22,991 miles |
| 6–10 years | 94.4% | 19,418 | 36,651 miles |
| 10–15 years | 93.0% | 4,873 | 43,738 miles |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Jaguar F-Type
The most common reason the Jaguar F-Type fails its MOT is tyres — present in 42.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 42.0% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 25.3% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 18.9% | Too low |
| Brakes | 9.8% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 8.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Suspension | 8.2% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Identification of the vehicle | 7.2% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Road Wheels | 1.8% | Fixing missing |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.9% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 0.8% | Insecure |
Buying a used Jaguar F-Type: what to check
These checks follow the Jaguar F-Type’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.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 30,000–60,000 mi to 60,000–90,000 mi: 93.6% down to 91.4%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 42.0% of failed Jaguar F-Type MOTs.
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. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 25.3% of failed Jaguar F-Type MOTs. 2.3% of tests at 3–6 years failed on windscreen and wipers, against 1.1% at 0–3 years.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
3. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 18.9% of failed Jaguar F-Type MOTs.
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.
4. Brakes
Recorded in 9.8% of failed Jaguar F-Type MOTs.
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.
5. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 8.2% of failed Jaguar F-Type MOTs.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
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 XJ — 82.3% pass rate
- Jaguar X-Type — 64.9% pass rate
- Jaguar I-Pace — 94.7% pass rate
- Jaguar S-Type — 67.9% pass rate
- Jaguar XK — 86.1% pass rate
- Jaguar XKR — 82.4% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Jaguar F-Type?
- 94.3% of Jaguar F-Type MOT tests pass, based on 34,392 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Jaguar F-Type?
- The most common reason the Jaguar F-Type fails its MOT is tyres — present in 42.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm".
- What are the common problems with the Jaguar F-Type?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Jaguar F-Type are tyres; windscreen and wipers; lights and electrics.
- What should I check when buying a used Jaguar F-Type?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; windscreen and wipers; lights and electrics; brakes; exhaust, emissions and leaks. 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 F-Type'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.