Jaguar XK MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Jaguar XK. Check any XK by registration number below.

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84.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.3%

vs Jaguar Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Jaguar XK — MOT Reliability Overview

The Jaguar XK has an average MOT pass rate of 84.9%, which is 1.3 percentage points below the Jaguar brand average of 86.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the XK is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Jaguar XK fails its MOT are a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your XK for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Jaguar XK, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Jaguar XK performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 441 vehicles

93.7%Excellent

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.3%

Retest Rate

2.5%

Mileage at 10yr

47k mi

2014

Based on 3,605 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

7.3%

Mileage at 10yr

64k mi

2013

Based on 2,570 vehicles

90.7%Excellent

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

9.4%

Mileage at 10yr

68k mi

2012

Based on 1,672 vehicles

89.7%Excellent

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

9.8%

Mileage at 10yr

77k mi

2011

Based on 1,603 vehicles

87.3%Excellent

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

12.8%

2010

Based on 1,941 vehicles

84.5%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

15.1%

2009

Based on 1,829 vehicles

84.5%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

16.2%

2008

Based on 1,925 vehicles

80.5%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

21.7%

2007

Based on 3,027 vehicles

78.8%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

20.3%

2006

Based on 5,308 vehicles

81.4%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

19.6%

2005

Based on 185 vehicles

80.5%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

13.4%

2002

Based on 37 vehicles

81.1%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2001

Based on 37 vehicles

78.4%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

0

Based on 9,630 vehicles

85.6%Excellent

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

Top MOT Failures — Jaguar XK

The most common reasons a Jaguar XK fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded

4.0%

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.4%

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.0%

An SRS malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) indicates a system malfunction

1.4%

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

1.1%

Jaguar XK Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

0.9%

Nearside

0.7%

Rear Nearside

0.5%

Other Jaguar Models

Compare MOT reliability across Jaguar models.

Jaguar E-pace

95.9% pass rate

Jaguar XJ

79.7% pass rate

Jaguar Eagle

77.1% pass rate

Jaguar Sovereign

79.1% pass rate

Jaguar F-pace

90.6% pass rate

Jaguar XJR

78.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Jaguar XK

Jaguar XK — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Jaguar XK MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Jaguar XK?

The average MOT pass rate for the Jaguar XK is 84.9% compared to the Jaguar average of 86.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Jaguar XK?

The most common MOT failures on the Jaguar XK are: A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (4.0%), Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Jaguar XK reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 84.9%, the Jaguar XK is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Jaguar XK?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Jaguar XK?

Typical mileage for the Jaguar XK: 47,121 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used XK to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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