JAGUAR X-TYPE MOT pass rate
64.9% of 39,441 JAGUAR X-TYPE MOT tests pass.
The X-TYPE passes 64.9% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all JAGUAR models (85.1%).
The JAGUAR X-TYPE passes 64.9% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 68.9% at 10–15 years to 64.5% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (3) | 3 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 68.9% | 3,927 | 103,338 miles |
| 15+ years | 64.5% | 35,511 | 105,800 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the JAGUAR X-TYPE
The most common reason the JAGUAR X-TYPE fails its MOT is suspension — present in 75.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 75.6% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Brakes | 43.6% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 43.0% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 22.9% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Tyres | 21.6% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 19.5% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 12.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 11.9% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 3.0% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Road Wheels | 2.2% | Fixing missing |
Related JAGUAR models
- JAGUAR XF — 81.5% pass rate
- JAGUAR F-PACE — 90.5% pass rate
- JAGUAR XE — 87.1% pass rate
- JAGUAR E-PACE — 91.9% pass rate
- JAGUAR XJ — 82.3% pass rate
- JAGUAR I-PACE — 94.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the JAGUAR X-TYPE?
- 64.9% of JAGUAR X-TYPE MOT tests pass, based on 39,441 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the JAGUAR X-TYPE?
- The most common reason the JAGUAR X-TYPE fails its MOT is suspension — present in 75.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
- Does this show the JAGUAR X-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.