Jaguar Xjr
From 4,849 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Xjrs fare better: 2018 models pass at 91.2% vs 75.3% for 1998.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 128 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 suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 128 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 119 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 99 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 63 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 62 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 62 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 60 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 54 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 51 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 47 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 23.2% of Xjr failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 28.5% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £157.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 91.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2017 | 96.2% | a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2016 | 92.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2014 | 91.9% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre seriously damaged |
13 earlier years
| 2008 | 80.3% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated |
| 2007 | 81.3% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2006 | 73.9% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2005 | 81% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2004 | 74.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated |
| 2003 | 80% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2001 | 79.1% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2000 | 82.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
| 1999 | 76% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that steering or braking is likely to be adversely affected |
| 1998 | 75.3% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 1997 | 81.3% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded |
| 1996 | 82.6% | emissions levels exceed default limits, brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn |
| 1995 | 72.6% | lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer, emissions levels exceed default limits |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xjrs tested had between 87,551 and 140,357 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 103,425 median miles, the Xjr has 0.019 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 Xjr MOT pass rate?
The Jaguar Xjr has a 80% MOT pass rate based on 4,849 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Jaguar Xjr?
The most common MOT failure on the Jaguar Xjr is a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 128 failures. Other common issues include the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired.
What is the typical mileage of a Jaguar Xjr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Jaguar Xjr is 103,425 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 87,551 and 140,357 miles.
Buying a used Xjr?
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.
With a 80% pass rate and an average repair bill of £157 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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