Verdict
The Jaguar F-Type passes its MOT first time on 91.0% of tests, 6.4 points higher than a typical car of the same age and mileage (84.5%). That puts it ahead of 98% of cars on UK roads once age and mileage are taken into account.
By year of first registration, the 2013 F-Type does best (beats 99% of cars) and the 2020 worst (beats 65%).
Of its engines, the 3.0 Petrol does best (beats 99%) and the 5.0 Petrol worst (beats 97%).
Better than average on visibility, lights & electrics, brakes.
Watch these weak spots
MOT pass rate by age
First-time pass rate at each MOT by the car’s age in years.
Best and worst years
By year of first registration, ranked against all cars on UK roads after adjusting for age and mileage. Green = better than half of cars.
Engines
All years, most common first. Grades compare each car with cars of the same age and mileage (A = best 20% of cars on UK roads, E = worst 20%), so an older or higher-mileage car can grade above one with a higher pass rate.
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Petrol | 91.1% | Beats 99% | A |
| 5.0 Petrol | 90.9% | Beats 97% | A |
| 2.0 Petrol | 90.2% | Beats 80% | A |
Where it fails
Each area compared with a typical car of the same age and mileage, in points of pass rate. Tap or hover an area to see what to check.
Every MOT area
Share of tests failing on each area, against a typical car of the same age and mileage (black line).
Buying one or MOT due? Check these
- Tyre damage & cracking
Look for cuts, bulges and cracking on both sidewalls of every tyre. - Tyre tread depth
Check every tyre, including the inner edge, has at least 3 mm of tread. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. - Windscreen wipers
Test the washers and wipers: a cheap fix, but a very common MOT fail. - Headlight aim
Park facing a wall at night: both dipped beams should sit level and dip to the left. - Engine warning light
The engine warning light should come on with the ignition and go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, get the fault codes read before you buy. - Brake pads
Ask when the pads were last replaced and look for a brake-wear warning on the dash.
Pass rate by mileage
First-time pass rate by mileage at the test.
Most common MOT failures
| Item | This car | Typical | vs typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyre damage & cracking | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.8× |
| Tyre tread depth | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.4× |
| Windscreen wipers | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.7× |
| Headlight aim | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.6× |
| Windscreen washers | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5× |
| Number plates | 0.5% | 0.2% | 3.0× |
| Engine warning light | 0.5% | 0.4% | 1.2× |
| Brake pads | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.3× |
| Tyre pressure warning (TPMS) | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.6× |
| Ball joint dust covers | 0.2% | 0.1% | 1.5× |
Specific defects found
Tester wording for the most frequent failure items, per 1,000 tests.
| Defect | per 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 15.6 |
| Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 15.3 |
| A tyre seriously damaged | 13.8 |
| The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 8.3 |
| A tyre cords visible or damaged | 6.2 |
| Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 5.7 |
| Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction | 4.8 |
| Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4.3 |
Pick a make and model to see its MOT pass rate, best and worst years and weak spots.
Every year and engine
Tap a year to see its engines. Grades compare each car with cars of the same age and mileage (A = best 20% of cars on UK roads, E = worst 20%), so an older or higher-mileage car can grade above one with a higher pass rate.
2021 Jaguar F-Type2 engines91.7% passB
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 Petrol | 93.2% | Beats 90% | A |
| 2.0 Petrol | 89.8% | Beats 49% | C |
2020 Jaguar F-Type2 engines90.7% passB
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Petrol | 90.9% | Beats 71% | B |
| 5.0 Petrol | 90.4% | Beats 57% | C |
2019 Jaguar F-Type3 engines91.2% passA
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Petrol | 91.3% | Beats 80% | A |
| 2.0 Petrol | 90.6% | Beats 81% | A |
| 5.0 Petrol | 92.3% | Beats 87% | A |
2018 Jaguar F-Type3 engines90.6% passA
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Petrol | 90.7% | Beats 82% | A |
| 2.0 Petrol | 89.9% | Beats 83% | A |
| 5.0 Petrol | 92.2% | Beats 92% | A |
2017 Jaguar F-Type3 engines91.4% passA
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Petrol | 91.7% | Beats 97% | A |
| 5.0 Petrol | 91.2% | Beats 93% | A |
| 2.0 Petrol | 90.0% | Beats 91% | A |
2016 Jaguar F-Type2 engines91.9% passA
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Petrol | 91.9% | Beats 99% | A |
| 5.0 Petrol | 92.2% | Beats 98% | A |
2015 Jaguar F-Type2 engines91.4% passA
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Petrol | 91.6% | Beats 99% | A |
| 5.0 Petrol | 90.4% | Beats 97% | A |
2014 Jaguar F-Type2 engines90.2% passA
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Petrol | 90.4% | Beats 99% | A |
| 5.0 Petrol | 89.8% | Beats 98% | A |
2013 Jaguar F-Type2 engines89.4% passA
| Engine | Pass rate | Rank | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Petrol | 89.5% | Beats 99% | A |
| 5.0 Petrol | 89.2% | Beats 99% | A |
FAQ
What is the Jaguar F-Type MOT pass rate?
91.0% of MOT tests on the Jaguar F-Type were passed first time, based on 101,169 tests between 2018 and 2026 of cars first registered 2013–2021. A typical car of the same age and mileage passes 84.5% of the time.
Is the Jaguar F-Type reliable?
On MOT results it rates A (excellent): it passes first time more often than a typical car of the same age and mileage and does better than 98% of cars on UK roads. MOT results cover safety and emissions items, not every kind of breakdown.
Which Jaguar F-Type year is best?
Among years with enough data, the 2013 F-Type does best for its age and mileage: it beats 99% of cars on UK roads. The 2020 does worst: it beats 65%.
Which Jaguar F-Type engine is best?
Across all years, the 3.0 Petrol does best: it beats 99% of cars on UK roads. The 5.0 Petrol does worst: it beats 97%.
What are the most common MOT failures on the Jaguar F-Type?
The most common failure items are tyre damage & cracking, tyre tread depth, windscreen wipers. Compared with similar cars, number plates comes up 3.0× as often.