Jaguar Xk
From 16,300 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Xks fare better: 2015 models pass at 96.6% vs 83.1% for 2006.
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, a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated and steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 1,002 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 | 1,002 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 301 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 261 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 258 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 199 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 173 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 137 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 119 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 110 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 105 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20.6% of Xk failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £67.
Jaguar Xk on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 248 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 29 newly registered, a net loss of 219.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 20,080 | 8,273 | +9 | -48 | -39 |
| 2025 Q2 | 20,553 | 7,839 | +12 | -0 | +64 |
| 2025 Q1 | 18,005 | 10,323 | +5 | -0 | +46 |
| 2024 Q4 | 17,768 | 10,514 | +3 | -200 | -197 |
| 2024 Q3 | 20,768 | 7,711 | +6 | -0 | +96 |
| 2024 Q2 | 21,333 | 7,050 | +11 | -0 | +912 |
| 2024 Q1 | 19,441 | 8,030 | +7 | -1,135 | -1,128 |
| 2023 Q4 | 18,889 | 9,710 | +7 | -162 | -155 |
16 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xk Auto | Petrol | 3,688 | 18% |
| Xkr Auto | Petrol | 3,438 | 17% |
| Xk8 Convertible Auto | Diesel | 2,601 | 13% |
| Xk8 Coupe Auto | Petrol | 2,282 | 11% |
| Xkr 4.2 Auto | Petrol | 2,081 | 10% |
| Xk Portfolio Auto | Petrol | 1,523 | 8% |
| Xk | Petrol | 1,399 | 7% |
| Xk R Auto | Petrol | 683 | 3% |
| Xkr Convertible Auto | Petrol | 585 | 3% |
| Xkr Coupe Auto | Gas | 537 | 3% |
| Xk Dynamic R Auto | Petrol | 516 | 3% |
| Xk Signature Auto | Petrol | 375 | 2% |
| Xk Base Auto | Petrol | 122 | <1% |
| Xk R-S Auto | Petrol | 104 | <1% |
| Xk Artisan Special Edition A | Petrol | 69 | <1% |
| Xkr S Auto | Petrol | 64 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 96.6% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2014 | 91.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2013 | 90.3% | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2012 | 89.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a tyre seriously damaged |
7 earlier years
| 2011 | 86.7% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2010 | 84.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated |
| 2009 | 83.8% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2008 | 80.5% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated |
| 2007 | 77.5% | 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 |
| 2006 | 83.1% | 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 | 83.2% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xks tested had between 61,786 and 114,321 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 100,354 median miles, the Xk has 0.014 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 Xk MOT pass rate?
The Jaguar Xk has a 85.9% MOT pass rate based on 16,300 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Jaguar Xk?
The most common MOT failure on the Jaguar Xk is a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 1,002 failures. Other common issues include a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated.
How many Jaguar Xks are on UK roads?
There are 20,080 Jaguar Xks currently licensed on UK roads, with 8,273 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Jaguar Xk at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Jaguar Xk is 100,354 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 61,786 and 114,321 miles.
Buying a used Xk?
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.