Jaguar I-Pace
From 29,877 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer I-Paces fare better: 2021 models pass at 93.7% vs 91.4% for 2018.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 594 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 594 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 197 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 150 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 142 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 108 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 62 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 54 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 39 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 38 |
| brake pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose or worn smooth | 24 |
Jaguar I-Pace on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 2,381 newly registered in the past year with 724 leaving, a net gain of 1,657. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 28,414 | 410 | +0 | -0 | +141 |
| 2025 Q2 | 28,296 | 387 | +1 | -0 | +494 |
| 2025 Q1 | 27,862 | 327 | +1,590 | -483 | +1,107 |
| 2024 Q4 | 26,801 | 281 | +790 | -241 | +549 |
| 2024 Q3 | 26,313 | 220 | +447 | -0 | +546 |
| 2024 Q2 | 25,653 | 334 | +581 | -277 | +304 |
| 2024 Q1 | 25,347 | 336 | +1,512 | -0 | +1,568 |
| 2023 Q4 | 23,920 | 195 | +489 | -267 | +222 |
13 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-Pace Ev400 Hse | Battery Electric | 7,493 | 26% |
| I-Pace Ev400 Se | Battery Electric | 4,479 | 16% |
| I-Pace R-Dynamic Hse Black | Battery Electric | 4,140 | 15% |
| I-Pace Hse Black | Battery Electric | 3,111 | 11% |
| I-Pace Ev400 S | Battery Electric | 2,312 | 8% |
| I-Pace Black | Battery Electric | 2,017 | 7% |
| I-Pace Hse | Battery Electric | 1,577 | 6% |
| I-Pace R-Dynamic Se Black | Battery Electric | 1,313 | 5% |
| I-Pace Sport | Battery Electric | 802 | 3% |
| I-Pace Se | Battery Electric | 674 | 2% |
| I-Pace Ev400 First Edition | Battery Electric | 329 | 1% |
| I-Pace S | Battery Electric | 113 | <1% |
| I-Pace R-Dynamic S | Battery Electric | 54 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 93.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2020 | 94.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2019 | 93% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2018 | 91.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
Typical mileage
Half of all I-Paces tested had between 18,669 and 60,494 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,740 median miles, the I-Pace has 0.021 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Jaguar models
| Jaguar Xf | 81.7% |
| Jaguar F-Pace | 88.9% |
| Jaguar Xe | 85.6% |
| Jaguar E-Pace | 89.9% |
| Jaguar Xj | 81.9% |
Common questions
What is the Jaguar I-Pace MOT pass rate?
The Jaguar I-Pace has a 93.8% MOT pass rate based on 29,877 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Jaguar I-Pace?
The most common MOT failure on the Jaguar I-Pace is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 594 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
How many Jaguar I-Paces are on UK roads?
There are 28,414 Jaguar I-Paces currently licensed on UK roads, with 410 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Jaguar I-Pace at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Jaguar I-Pace is 29,740 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,669 and 60,494 miles.
Buying a used I-Pace?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.