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Jaguar XJ MOT pass rate and common problems

79.1% of Jaguar XJs passed the 2024 MOT (25,677 first tests): 75.5% at the first attempt and 3.6% after a fix at the test centre (PRS). About 1 in 4 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 32% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 68.5 (95% CI 67.0–69.9; 100 = normal).

Jaguar XJ at a glance, 2024 MOT
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
MOT pass rate79.1%incl. 3.6% fixed at the test centre202425677
Passed at the first attempt75.5%all first tests202425677
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 67.0–69.9)68.5index100 = normal for its age · rank 178 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)202425677
Biggest excess: Suspension23.0per 10022.6 same-age2019–2024173007
Dangerous defects10.0per 10011.2 UK, not age-adjusted2019–2024173007
Advisory items138.5per 100127.1 UK, not age-adjusted2019–2024173007
strip · Jaguar XJ · MOT Risk Index · 68.5 vs 100 = normal · 2024
MOT Risk Index · Jaguar XJ. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 178 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 170 and 181 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Jaguar XJ index position among 761 models
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Rank178of 761published models, 1 = fails least for its age202425677
Best rank within its 95% interval170rankother models held where they are202425677
Worst rank within its 95% interval181rankother models held where they are202425677

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Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 62.3 to 68.5 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.

What actually fails on a Jaguar XJ MOT, and how often?

Jaguar XJ MOTs fail most often on suspension: 23 per 100 tests, against 22.6 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 173,007).

bar · Jaguar XJ · Suspension · 23 vs 22.6 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension23per 10022.62019–202439870
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment12.5per 10027.42019–202421650
Brakes11.3per 10017.82019–202419546
Visibility7.5per 10010.32019–202413020
Tyres7.3per 1008.82019–202412697
Noise, emissions and leaks5per 1006.62019–20248675

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 173,007 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Tyres, brakes and suspension: how does the Jaguar XJ compare with cars of the same age?

The biggest excess for the Jaguar XJ is tyres at age 4: 5.2 failures per 100 tests, against 4.5 for same-age cars of comparable models (2019–2024, n = 4,525).

bullet · Jaguar XJ · Tyres, age 3 · 3.3 vs 4.2 · 2019–2024
Tyres, age 3: 3.3 vs 4.2. Brakes, age 3: 0.6 vs 1.8. Suspension, age 3: 0.3 vs 0.6. Tyres, age 4: 5.2 vs 4.5. Brakes, age 4: 1.0 vs 2.4. Suspension, age 4: 0.5 vs 1.2. Tyres, age 5: 5.7 vs 5.1. Brakes, age 5: 1.5 vs 3.1. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, age 33.3per 1004.22019–20243705
Brakes, age 30.6per 1001.82019–20243705
Suspension, age 30.3per 1000.62019–20243705
Tyres, age 45.2per 1004.52019–20244525
Brakes, age 41.0per 1002.42019–20244525
Suspension, age 40.5per 1001.22019–20244525
Tyres, age 55.7per 1005.12019–20245442
Brakes, age 51.5per 1003.12019–20245442
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension, age 51.3per 1002.22019–20245442
Tyres, age 66.2per 1005.52019–20246139
Brakes, age 61.9per 1003.82019–20246139
Suspension, age 62.7per 1003.72019–20246139
Tyres, age 76.5per 1006.02019–20246432
Brakes, age 71.9per 1004.52019–20246432
Suspension, age 74.1per 1005.72019–20246432
Tyres, age 87.0per 1006.32019–20247104
Brakes, age 81.9per 1005.42019–20247104
Suspension, age 85.3per 1007.82019–20247104

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Jaguar XJ's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?

Jaguar XJ advisories turn into fails less often than on the median model; the one to watch is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: advisories on it became a fail at the next MOT 19.9% of the time.

funnel · Jaguar XJ · Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment · 19.9 vs median model · 2019–2024
Advisories on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: 19.9 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment19.9% next failmedian model2019–20241926
Suspension19.8% next failmedian model2019–202425591
Brakes11.4% next failmedian model2019–202424805
Body, chassis, structure10.6% next failmedian model2019–20245817
Tyres9.0% next failmedian model2019–202427489
Steering8.6% next failmedian model2019–20242514
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems7.4% next failmedian model2019–2024593
Noise, emissions and leaks7.2% next failmedian model2019–20247407
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Identification of the vehicle1.5% next failmedian model2019–20241720
Road wheels1.4% next failmedian model2019–20241026
Non-component advisories0% next failmedian model2019–20245709

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

My Jaguar XJ got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?

Jaguar XJ MOTs flag suspension most: 41.7 advisories per 100 tests, against 26.2 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 173,007).

bar · Jaguar XJ · Suspension · 41.7 vs 26.2 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension41.7per 10026.22019–202472190
Tyres36.1per 10039.72019–202462516
Brakes34.6per 10034.72019–202459922
Body, chassis, structure7.1per 1004.62019–202412350
Noise, emissions and leaks6.6per 1005.22019–202411432
Non-component advisories4.9per 1007.82019–20248411

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 173,007 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What is likely to fail next on a Jaguar XJ?

For Jaguar XJs aged 15 to 19 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is suspension: 13.3% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 14,109).

bar · Jaguar XJ · Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass · 3.7 vs baseline · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass3.7% next fail2019–20241966
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass2.4% next fail2019–20241966
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a pass1.9% next fail2019–20241966
Suspension, under 3 years old, after a pass0.7% next fail2019–20241966
Brakes, under 3 years old, after a pass0.7% next fail2019–20241966
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20241966
Identification of the vehicle, under 3 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20241966
Steering, under 3 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20241966
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, under 3 years old, after an advisory6.2% next fail2019–2024561
Visibility, under 3 years old, after an advisory2.1% next fail2019–2024561
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after an advisory2.0% next fail2019–2024561
Brakes, under 3 years old, after an advisory0.9% next fail2019–2024561
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after an advisory0.9% next fail2019–2024561
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 215 cars)6.0% next fail2019–2024215
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 215 cars)3.3% next fail2019–2024215
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 215 cars)2.3% next fail2019–2024215
Suspension, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 215 cars)2.3% next fail2019–2024215
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass4.7% next fail2019–20248465
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass2.9% next fail2019–20248465
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass2.5% next fail2019–20248465
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.4% next fail2019–20248465
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.2% next fail2019–20248465
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.5% next fail2019–20248465
Road wheels, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20248465
Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20248465
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–20248465
Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–20248465
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–20248465
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory7.5% next fail2019–20243386
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory3.6% next fail2019–20243386
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory3.0% next fail2019–20243386
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory2.4% next fail2019–20243386
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory2.1% next fail2019–20243386
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.7% next fail2019–20243386
Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.5% next fail2019–20243386
Road wheels, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–20243386
Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–20243386
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–20243386
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail8.2% next fail2019–20241685
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail4.3% next fail2019–20241685
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail3.9% next fail2019–20241685
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail3.7% next fail2019–20241685
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail2.9% next fail2019–20241685
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail1.3% next fail2019–20241685
Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.5% next fail2019–20241685
Road wheels, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.5% next fail2019–20241685
Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.4% next fail2019–20241685
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.3% next fail2019–20241685
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass4.9% next fail2019–20249607
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass4.8% next fail2019–20249607
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass4.0% next fail2019–20249607
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass3.0% next fail2019–20249607
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass1.4% next fail2019–20249607
Road wheels, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.6% next fail2019–20249607
Identification of the vehicle, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20249607
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20249607
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20249607
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20249607
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20249607
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory8.2% next fail2019–20244674
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory7.7% next fail2019–20244674
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory5.7% next fail2019–20244674
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory4.5% next fail2019–20244674
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory2.4% next fail2019–20244674
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory1.0% next fail2019–20244674
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.8% next fail2019–20244674
Road wheels, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.6% next fail2019–20244674
Identification of the vehicle, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.6% next fail2019–20244674
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.6% next fail2019–20244674
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–20244674
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail8.5% next fail2019–20243021
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail8.2% next fail2019–20243021
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail7.9% next fail2019–20243021
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail5.8% next fail2019–20243021
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail3.5% next fail2019–20243021
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail1.6% next fail2019–20243021
Road wheels, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail1.0% next fail2019–20243021
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail0.9% next fail2019–20243021
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail0.8% next fail2019–20243021
Identification of the vehicle, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail0.7% next fail2019–20243021
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail0.6% next fail2019–20243021
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass7.2% next fail2019–20248559
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass6.0% next fail2019–20248559
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass5.1% next fail2019–20248559
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass3.7% next fail2019–20248559
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass2.7% next fail2019–20248559
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.9% next fail2019–20248559
Road wheels, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.9% next fail2019–20248559
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.8% next fail2019–20248559
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.6% next fail2019–20248559
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.5% next fail2019–20248559
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20248559
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory11.0% next fail2019–20245187
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory8.8% next fail2019–20245187
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory7.9% next fail2019–20245187
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory5.5% next fail2019–20245187
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory4.4% next fail2019–20245187
Road wheels, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory1.3% next fail2019–20245187
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory1.3% next fail2019–20245187
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory1.0% next fail2019–20245187
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory1.0% next fail2019–20245187
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory0.5% next fail2019–20245187
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory0.5% next fail2019–20245187
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail12.4% next fail2019–20243747
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail11.5% next fail2019–20243747
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail8.5% next fail2019–20243747
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail6.7% next fail2019–20243747
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail5.3% next fail2019–20243747
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail1.5% next fail2019–20243747
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail1.4% next fail2019–20243747
Road wheels, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail1.4% next fail2019–20243747
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail1.4% next fail2019–20243747
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail0.9% next fail2019–20243747
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail0.7% next fail2019–20243747
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass10.7% next fail2019–20248039
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass7.6% next fail2019–20248039
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass5.5% next fail2019–20248039
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass5.3% next fail2019–20248039
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass3.6% next fail2019–20248039
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass2.9% next fail2019–20248039
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass1.3% next fail2019–20248039
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass1.0% next fail2019–20248039
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass0.5% next fail2019–20248039
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20248039
Identification of the vehicle, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–20248039
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory16.2% next fail2019–20245518
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory11.7% next fail2019–20245518
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory9.0% next fail2019–20245518
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory8.0% next fail2019–20245518
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory6.6% next fail2019–20245518
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory4.4% next fail2019–20245518
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory2.0% next fail2019–20245518
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory1.2% next fail2019–20245518
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory0.8% next fail2019–20245518
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory0.8% next fail2019–20245518
Identification of the vehicle, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–20245518
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail17.5% next fail2019–20245021
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail13.9% next fail2019–20245021
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail10.2% next fail2019–20245021
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail9.3% next fail2019–20245021
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail6.4% next fail2019–20245021
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail5.1% next fail2019–20245021
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail3.1% next fail2019–20245021
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail1.8% next fail2019–20245021
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail1.0% next fail2019–20245021
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail1.0% next fail2019–20245021
Identification of the vehicle, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail0.4% next fail2019–20245021
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass13.3% next fail2019–202414109
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass6.9% next fail2019–202414109
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass5.9% next fail2019–202414109
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass5.7% next fail2019–202414109
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass4.9% next fail2019–202414109
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass2.7% next fail2019–202414109
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass2.5% next fail2019–202414109
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass1.8% next fail2019–202414109
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass0.8% next fail2019–202414109
Road wheels, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–202414109
Identification of the vehicle, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–202414109
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory22.0% next fail2019–202410821
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory11.5% next fail2019–202410821
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory10.8% next fail2019–202410821
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory8.8% next fail2019–202410821
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory7.9% next fail2019–202410821
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory5.3% next fail2019–202410821
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory4.7% next fail2019–202410821
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory2.7% next fail2019–202410821
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory1.1% next fail2019–202410821
Road wheels, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–202410821
Identification of the vehicle, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–202410821
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail22.6% next fail2019–202410595
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail14.6% next fail2019–202410595
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail12.6% next fail2019–202410595
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail10.4% next fail2019–202410595
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail7.2% next fail2019–202410595
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail6.8% next fail2019–202410595
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail5.5% next fail2019–202410595
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail4.0% next fail2019–202410595
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail1.8% next fail2019–202410595
Road wheels, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail0.6% next fail2019–202410595
Identification of the vehicle, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail0.4% next fail2019–202410595
Suspension, 20 years or older, after a pass8.5% next fail2019–202412924
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after a pass6.3% next fail2019–202412924
Brakes, 20 years or older, after a pass4.7% next fail2019–202412924
Visibility, 20 years or older, after a pass4.4% next fail2019–202412924
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after a pass3.9% next fail2019–202412924
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after a pass3.7% next fail2019–202412924
Steering, 20 years or older, after a pass2.1% next fail2019–202412924
Tyres, 20 years or older, after a pass1.5% next fail2019–202412924
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 20 years or older, after a pass1.3% next fail2019–202412924
Identification of the vehicle, 20 years or older, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–202412924
Road wheels, 20 years or older, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–202412924
Suspension, 20 years or older, after an advisory16.0% next fail2019–20249812
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after an advisory12.0% next fail2019–20249812
Visibility, 20 years or older, after an advisory9.1% next fail2019–20249812
Brakes, 20 years or older, after an advisory8.0% next fail2019–20249812
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after an advisory7.5% next fail2019–20249812
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after an advisory6.7% next fail2019–20249812
Tyres, 20 years or older, after an advisory4.4% next fail2019–20249812
Steering, 20 years or older, after an advisory3.9% next fail2019–20249812
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 20 years or older, after an advisory3.1% next fail2019–20249812
Identification of the vehicle, 20 years or older, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–20249812
Road wheels, 20 years or older, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–20249812
Speedometer and speed limiter, 20 years or older, after an advisory0.1% next fail2019–20249812
Suspension, 20 years or older, after a fail17.4% next fail2019–20249030
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after a fail14.7% next fail2019–20249030
Brakes, 20 years or older, after a fail10.7% next fail2019–20249030
Visibility, 20 years or older, after a fail9.7% next fail2019–20249030
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after a fail9.4% next fail2019–20249030
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after a fail8.8% next fail2019–20249030
Steering, 20 years or older, after a fail4.3% next fail2019–20249030
Tyres, 20 years or older, after a fail4.2% next fail2019–20249030
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 20 years or older, after a fail3.5% next fail2019–20249030
Identification of the vehicle, 20 years or older, after a fail0.4% next fail2019–20249030
Road wheels, 20 years or older, after a fail0.3% next fail2019–20249030
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, an unknown age, after a pass (rough estimate: 80 cars)6.3% next fail2019–202480
Suspension, an unknown age, after a pass (rough estimate: 80 cars)6.3% next fail2019–202480
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, an unknown age, after a fail (rough estimate: 209 cars)8.6% next fail2019–2024209
Visibility, an unknown age, after a fail (rough estimate: 209 cars)8.1% next fail2019–2024209
Noise, emissions and leaks, an unknown age, after a fail (rough estimate: 209 cars)6.2% next fail2019–2024209
Suspension, an unknown age, after a fail (rough estimate: 209 cars)6.2% next fail2019–2024209
Brakes, an unknown age, after a fail (rough estimate: 209 cars)5.7% next fail2019–2024209
Body, chassis, structure, an unknown age, after a fail (rough estimate: 209 cars)2.9% next fail2019–2024209

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How often does a Jaguar XJ get a dangerous MOT defect?

The Jaguar XJ gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 10.0 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 51.5 major and 17.3 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).

bullet · Jaguar XJ · Dangerous defects · 10.0 vs 11.2 · 2019–2024
Dangerous defects: 10 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Dangerous defects10.0per 10011.22019–2024173007

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 173,007 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Jaguar XJ still pass its MOT in a few years?

First-time MOT failures for the Jaguar XJ go from 8.1% at age 4 (rough estimate: 160 tests, 95% interval 4.8–13.4%) to 29.6% at age 19, against 43.5% for all cars aged 19 (2024, n = 25,677).

line · Jaguar XJ · Age 4 (rough estimate: 160 tests, 95% interval 4.8–13.4%) · 8.1 vs 13.1 · 2024
Age 4 (rough estim: 8.1. Age 19: 29.6. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 4 (rough estimate: 160 tests, 95% interval 4.8–13.4%)8.1% failed first time13.12024160
Age 5 (rough estimate: 414 tests, 95% interval 7.2–12.9%)9.7% failed first time15.12024414
Age 611.4% failed first time17.52024745
Age 711.9% failed first time20.22024926
Age 815.9% failed first time23.320241080
Age 916.4% failed first time26.52024969
Age 1019.8% failed first time30.120241054
Age 1121.1% failed first time33.220241145
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1220.7% failed first time35.720241011
Age 1325.2% failed first time38.220241487
Age 1425.1% failed first time40.420241315
Age 1525.4% failed first time41.62024570
Age 1626.9% failed first time43.12024945
Age 1727.8% failed first time43.120241329
Age 1830.1% failed first time43.920241413
Age 1929.6% failed first time43.520241157

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How does the Jaguar XJ compare with cars of its own age and size?

At every age shown, Jaguar XJs fail first time no more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 14, where they fail less often: 26.6% against 34.6% (2024, n = 7,408).

line · Jaguar XJ · Age 3 · 8.3 vs 10.8 · 2024
Age 3: 8.3. Age 20: 31.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 38.3% fail10.820243705
Age 410.7% fail12.320244525
Age 513.2% fail14.220245442
Age 615% fail16.120246139
Age 715.9% fail18.320246432
Age 818.1% fail20.620247104
Age 919.2% fail23.120247446
Age 1019.4% fail25.620246976
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1122.2% fail28.320246933
Age 1224.3% fail30.620247240
Age 1326.2% fail32.720247783
Age 1426.6% fail34.620247408
Age 1528.4% fail36.120248270
Age 1629.5% fail37.220249853
Age 1729.6% fail37.620249382
Age 1830.5% fail38.020248959
Age 1931.0% fail37.620248014
Age 2031.4% fail37.120247317

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Jaguar XJ years should I avoid?

The Jaguar XJ build year that fails most for its age is 2013: index 110.5 (95% CI 104.8–116.2) against the model's own age norm of 100 (2019–2024, n = 7,086).

Build year matters for the Jaguar XJ: 2013 Jaguar XJs fail more than their age would predict, 2017 ones less. Years whose confidence interval includes normal are shown without a label.

bar · Jaguar XJ · Build year 1998 (rough estimate: 3,071 tests, 95% interval 92.1–104.3) · 98.2 vs 100 = normal · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Build year 1998 (rough estimate: 3,071 tests, 95% interval 92.1–104.3)98.2index vs own age100 = normal2019–20243071
Build year 1999 (rough estimate: 2,518 tests, 95% interval 98.5–112.6)105.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–20242518
Build year 2000 (worse for its age) (rough estimate: 3,620 tests, 95% interval 100.8–112.7)106.7index vs own age100 = normal2019–20243620
Build year 200198.4index vs own age100 = normal2019–20244819
Build year 200299.9index vs own age100 = normal2019–20244620
Build year 200397.1index vs own age100 = normal2019–202412987
Build year 2004101.3index vs own age100 = normal2019–202411809
Build year 200598.4index vs own age100 = normal2019–20247855
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Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Build year 2006 (worse for its age)104.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–20249425
Build year 2007102.8index vs own age100 = normal2019–20248735
Build year 200896.9index vs own age100 = normal2019–20246154
Build year 2009 (rough estimate: 3,627 tests, 95% interval 94.3–107.5)100.9index vs own age100 = normal2019–20243627
Build year 2010 (better for its age)94.3index vs own age100 = normal2019–20248616
Build year 201197.1index vs own age100 = normal2019–20249539
Build year 201297.3index vs own age100 = normal2019–20246401
Build year 2013 (worse for its age)110.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–20247086
Build year 2014 (worse for its age)109.4index vs own age100 = normal2019–20246475
Build year 201599.1index vs own age100 = normal2019–20245989
Build year 201695index vs own age100 = normal2019–20246879
Build year 2017 (better for its age)81.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–20244920
Build year 2018 (better for its age) (rough estimate: 3,089 tests, 95% interval 76.3–95.7)86index vs own age100 = normal2019–20243089
Build year 2019 (rough estimate: 1,275 tests, 95% interval 73.6–105.8)89.7index vs own age100 = normal2019–20241275
Build year 2020 (rough estimate: 322 tests, 95% interval 45.6–108.7)77.2index vs own age100 = normal2019–2024322

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How much does it cost to fix a Jaguar XJ MOT fail?

Expected repair cost per Jaguar XJ MOT: about £92 (up to about £176 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 25,677).

Computed, not measured.

bar · Jaguar XJ · Expected repair bill · 92.4 vs modal price catalogue · price catalogue
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Expected repair bill92.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue25677
Estimated range lower92.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue25677
Estimated range upper175.6GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue25677
Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner)41.4GBP expected contribution180price catalogue25677
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)17.5GBP expected contribution140price catalogue25677
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)16.9GBP expected contribution150price catalogue25677
Noise, emissions and leaks: Exhaust rear silencer10GBP expected contribution200price catalogue25677
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)6.6GBP expected contribution90price catalogue25677

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Jaguar XJ more reliable than similar cars?

Of 8 similar models, 5 fail less often for their age than the Jaguar XJ and 3 as often or more. The Jaguar XJ has an MOT Risk Index of 68.5, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 25,677).

bar · Jaguar XJ · Jaguar XJ (this model) · 68.5 vs 100 = normal · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Jaguar XJ (this model)68.5index100 = normal202425677
Mercedes-Benz GLE72.4index68.5202430531
BMW Z464.7index68.5202435286
Lexus IS65.1index68.5202437265
Audi Q769.8index68.5202448856
Mercedes-Benz S-Class59.4index68.5202425541
Mercedes-Benz M-Class77.1index68.5202431973
Lexus RX59.5index68.5202436487
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Porsche Cayenne57.3index68.5202430161

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Jaguar XJ normally do?

At age 8, the median Jaguar XJ had covered 58,513 miles by its MOT; the middle half ranged from 42,543 to 78,324 miles (2024, n = 1,080).

line · Jaguar XJ · Age 4 median (rough estimate) · 26944 vs baseline · 2024
Age 4 median (roug: 26944. Age 19 P75: 131650. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 4 median (rough estimate)26944miles2024160
Age 4 P25 (rough estimate)18213miles2024160
Age 4 P75 (rough estimate)37510miles2024160
Age 5 median (rough estimate)30158miles2024414
Age 5 P25 (rough estimate)21367miles2024414
Age 5 P75 (rough estimate)43454miles2024414
Age 6 median40828miles2024745
Age 6 P2528912miles2024745
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 6 P7554050miles2024745
Age 7 median50234miles2024926
Age 7 P2536302miles2024926
Age 7 P7568111miles2024926
Age 8 median58513miles20241080
Age 8 P2542543miles20241080
Age 8 P7578324miles20241080
Age 9 median64914miles2024969
Age 9 P2547577miles2024969
Age 9 P7586411miles2024969
Age 10 median76923miles20241054
Age 10 P2556258miles20241054
Age 10 P75103219miles20241054
Age 11 median86843miles20241145
Age 11 P2565353miles20241145
Age 11 P75111925miles20241145
Age 12 median89605miles20241011
Age 12 P2568575miles20241011
Age 12 P75114294miles20241011
Age 13 median97808miles20241487
Age 13 P2573863miles20241487
Age 13 P75123721miles20241487
Age 14 median100744miles20241315
Age 14 P2575653miles20241315
Age 14 P75129570miles20241315
Age 15 median88925miles2024570
Age 15 P2565904miles2024570
Age 15 P75116520miles2024570
Age 16 median95412miles2024945
Age 16 P2568132miles2024945
Age 16 P75123824miles2024945
Age 17 median98219miles20241329
Age 17 P2572718miles20241329
Age 17 P75128075miles20241329
Age 18 median101370miles20241413
Age 18 P2575686miles20241413
Age 18 P75128464miles20241413
Age 19 median103126miles20241157
Age 19 P2577052miles20241157
Age 19 P75131650miles20241157

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does high mileage mean more Jaguar XJ MOT failures at the same age?

At ages 15+, 16.5% of Jaguar XJs with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 35.3% of those with over 140,000 miles (2024, n = 2,447). Inside this age group, higher mileage goes with more failures.

bar · Jaguar XJ · Age 3–5, <40k miles (rough estimate: 412 tests, 95% interval 6.2–11.6%) · 8.5 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3–5, <40k miles (rough estimate: 412 tests, 95% interval 6.2–11.6%)8.5% failed first time2024412
Age 3–5, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 9.1–20.6%)13.9% failed first time2024137
Age 6–9, <40k miles9.2% failed first time20241049
Age 6–9, 40-70k miles14.2% failed first time20241568
Age 6–9, 70-100k miles18.1% failed first time2024757
Age 6–9, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 270 tests, 95% interval 14.7–24%)18.9% failed first time2024270
Age 6–9, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 76 tests, 95% interval 15.5–34.4%)23.7% failed first time202476
Age 10–14, <40k miles (rough estimate: 341 tests, 95% interval 9.2–16.2%)12.3% failed first time2024341
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 10–14, 40-70k miles18.5% failed first time20241295
Age 10–14, 70-100k miles21.9% failed first time20241910
Age 10–14, 100-140k miles26% failed first time20241762
Age 10–14, 140k+ miles29.2% failed first time2024703
Age 15+, <40k miles16.5% failed first time2024576
Age 15+, 40-70k miles22.3% failed first time20241953
Age 15+, 70-100k miles28.8% failed first time20243251
Age 15+, 100-140k miles32% failed first time20243619
Age 15+, 140k+ miles35.3% failed first time20241871

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Jaguar XJ last?

36.7% of Jaguar XJs tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 7.8% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 63,275).

line · Jaguar XJ · 100,000 miles · 36.7 vs baseline · 2024
100,000 miles: 36.7. 200,000 miles: 1.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
100,000 miles36.7% of tested cars202463275
150,000 miles7.8% of tested cars202413504
200,000 miles1.2% of tested cars20241997

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Jaguar XJ driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?

Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Jaguar XJ index is 68.8, against 69.0 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 25,677).

slope · Jaguar XJ · Age and mileage adjusted index · 68.8 vs 69 · 2019–2024
Age and mileage adjusted index: 69 vs 68.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age and mileage adjusted index68.8index692019–202425677

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Jaguar XJ fuel fails its MOT less?

Petrol Jaguar XJs fail first time more often than diesel ones, before allowing for age: 27.3% against 21.3%.

bar · Jaguar XJ · Petrol · 27.3 vs other fuels · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol27.3% fail first timeother fuels202413622
Diesel21.3% fail first timeother fuels202412013

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Jaguar XJ engine is best?

No Jaguar XJ engine band clearly fails less or more for its age: the capacity bands are within 5 index points of each other or their 95% intervals overlap (2024, n = 25,677).

bar · Jaguar XJ · Petrol over 2.0 litre · 99.4 vs 100 = model average · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol over 2.0 litre99.4index vs model norm100 = model average202494659
Diesel over 2.0 litre101.2index vs model norm100 = model average202473655

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Where in Britain does the Jaguar XJ fail its MOT most?

First-time failure rates for the Jaguar XJ range from 15.0% in the Uxbridge (UB) postcode area to 36.0% in the Exeter (EX) postcode area, before allowing for age: a wider spread by area than for the typical model.

map · Jaguar XJ · Exeter (EX) · 36.0 vs 24.5 · 2024
Scotland. N. England. Wales. London. S. West. % failing. 19%. 34%. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Exeter (EX)36.0% fail first time24.520241421
Torquay (TQ)35.9% fail first time24.52024733
Dundee (DD)35.6% fail first time24.52024624
Uxbridge (UB)15.0% fail first time24.520241296
Sutton (SM) (rough estimate: 445 tests, 95% interval 12.4–19.2%)15.5% fail first time24.52024445
London E (E)17.6% fail first time24.520241019
Kirkcaldy (KY)34.9% fail first time24.52024696
Falkirk (FK)34.7% fail first time24.52024603
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Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Bath (BA)34.5% fail first time24.520241030
Aberdeen (AB)34.0% fail first time24.520241020
Brighton (BN)33.8% fail first time24.520242100
Swansea (SA)33.7% fail first time24.520241620
Bournemouth (BH)32.8% fail first time24.520242091
Paisley (PA)32.6% fail first time24.52024872
Dorchester (DT)32.3% fail first time24.52024569
Truro (TR)32.2% fail first time24.52024631
Plymouth (PL)31.7% fail first time24.520241183
Motherwell (ML)31.3% fail first time24.52024898
Salisbury (SP)31.3% fail first time24.52024640
Taunton (TA)31.2% fail first time24.520241067
Portsmouth (PO)31.1% fail first time24.520242480
Bristol (BS)31.0% fail first time24.520242513
Gloucester (GL)29.6% fail first time24.520241658
York (YO)29.5% fail first time24.520241659
Southampton (SO)29.4% fail first time24.520241953
Hull (HU)28.9% fail first time24.520241130
Blackpool (FY)28.9% fail first time24.52024926
Guildford (GU)28.7% fail first time24.520242824
Lincoln (LN)28.6% fail first time24.52024977
Shrewsbury (SY)28.3% fail first time24.52024866
Inverness (IV)28.3% fail first time24.52024584
Cambridge (CB)28.1% fail first time24.520241326
Cardiff (CF)28.0% fail first time24.520242280
Stockport (SK)27.9% fail first time24.520241697
Edinburgh (EH)27.9% fail first time24.520241595
Canterbury (CT)27.8% fail first time24.520241669
Galashiels (TD) (rough estimate: 280 tests, 95% interval 22.6–33.0%)27.5% fail first time24.52024280
Redhill (RH)27.5% fail first time24.520242500
Newport (NP)27.4% fail first time24.520241002
Darlington (DL)27.2% fail first time24.52024768
Telford (TF)27.0% fail first time24.52024540
Hereford (HR) (rough estimate: 357 tests, 95% interval 22.6–31.7%)26.9% fail first time24.52024357
Stoke-on-Trent (ST)26.8% fail first time24.520241951
Llandudno (LL)26.6% fail first time24.520241422
Ipswich (IP)26.4% fail first time24.520242011
Perth (PH) (rough estimate: 412 tests, 95% interval 22.2–30.7%)26.2% fail first time24.52024412
Norwich (NR)26.2% fail first time24.520242504
Sunderland (SR) (rough estimate: 365 tests, 95% interval 21.8–30.8%)26.0% fail first time24.52024365
London SW (SW)26% fail first time24.52024823
Wigan (WN)25.9% fail first time24.520241048
Chester (CH)25.9% fail first time24.520242008
Stevenage (SG)25.7% fail first time24.520241159
Carlisle (CA)25.7% fail first time24.52024813
Crewe (CW)25.7% fail first time24.520241031
Northampton (NN)25.7% fail first time24.520242479
Leeds (LS)25.7% fail first time24.520241325
Kingston upon Thames (KT)25.4% fail first time24.520241853
Kilmarnock (KA)25.4% fail first time24.52024863
Oxford (OX)25.3% fail first time24.520241950
Colchester (CO)25.3% fail first time24.520241655
Reading (RG)25.1% fail first time24.520243232
Worcester (WR)24.9% fail first time24.520241239
Huddersfield (HD)24.7% fail first time24.52024538
Watford (WD)24.5% fail first time24.52024897
Peterborough (PE)24.5% fail first time24.520243690
Glasgow (G)24.3% fail first time24.520242311
Medway (ME)24.2% fail first time24.520241975
Blackburn (BB)24.2% fail first time24.520241026
London NW (NW)24.1% fail first time24.520241247
Warrington (WA)24.1% fail first time24.520241809
Swindon (SN)24.0% fail first time24.520241640
Milton Keynes (MK)23.9% fail first time24.520242080
Tonbridge (TN)23.8% fail first time24.520242877
Dudley (DY)23.8% fail first time24.520241041
Walsall (WS)23.8% fail first time24.520241302
Lancaster (LA)23.6% fail first time24.52024740
Wolverhampton (WV)23.5% fail first time24.520241385
Birmingham (B)23.4% fail first time24.520245806
Leicester (LE)23.4% fail first time24.520243100
Bolton (BL)23.4% fail first time24.520241100
Newcastle (NE)23.3% fail first time24.520242088
Cleveland (TS)23.3% fail first time24.520241547
Hemel Hempstead (HP)23.0% fail first time24.520242189
London W (W)22.9% fail first time24.520241073
Oldham (OL)22.9% fail first time24.52024987
Dumfries (DG) (rough estimate: 331 tests, 95% interval 18.5–27.5%)22.7% fail first time24.52024331
Liverpool (L)22.5% fail first time24.520242335
London N (N)22.3% fail first time24.520241241
Harrow (HA)22.3% fail first time24.520241219
Luton (LU)22.3% fail first time24.520241018
Preston (PR)22.0% fail first time24.520241946
Nottingham (NG)21.9% fail first time24.520243162
Kirkwall (KW) (rough estimate: 114 tests, 95% interval 15.3–30.4%)21.9% fail first time24.52024114
Doncaster (DN)21.8% fail first time24.520242226
Wakefield (WF)21% fail first time24.520241433
Dartford (DA)20.8% fail first time24.520241438
Harrogate (HG) (rough estimate: 478 tests, 95% interval 17.3–24.6%)20.7% fail first time24.52024478
Coventry (CV)20.6% fail first time24.520243972
Manchester (M)20.1% fail first time24.520242170
St Albans (AL)20.0% fail first time24.52024993
Bradford (BD)19.8% fail first time24.520241423
London SE (SE)19.5% fail first time24.520241562
Derby (DE)19.4% fail first time24.520242371
Bromley (BR)19.4% fail first time24.52024510
Sheffield (S)19.3% fail first time24.520243214
Durham (DH)19.2% fail first time24.52024771
Croydon (CR)19.1% fail first time24.520241061
Chelmsford (CM)19.1% fail first time24.520242952
Halifax (HX) (rough estimate: 303 tests, 95% interval 14.8–23.6%)18.8% fail first time24.52024303
Twickenham (TW)18.8% fail first time24.520241704
Ilford (IG)18.7% fail first time24.52024804
Slough (SL)18.6% fail first time24.520241936
Enfield (EN)18.6% fail first time24.520241477
Romford (RM)18% fail first time24.520241589
Southend-on-Sea (SS)17.9% fail first time24.520242333

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does a Jaguar XJ rust more than average?

Allowing for age, Jaguar XJ MOTs record corrosion failures at 1.1 times the national rate: 0.82% of tests against 0.77% (2024 + geographic layers, n = 21,593).

Computed, not measured.

slope · Jaguar XJ · Salt belt susceptibility · 1.1 vs 1 · 2024 + geographic layers
Salt belt susceptibility: 1 vs 1.1. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024 + geographic layers)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Salt belt susceptibility1.1ratio estimate12024 + geographic layers21593

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is a Jaguar XJ ULEZ compliant?

An estimated 28.1% of Jaguar XJs tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).

Computed, not measured.

stacked · Jaguar XJ · Likely compliant · 28.1 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Likely compliant28.1% estimate202425677

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do six years of MOTs show about owning a Jaguar XJ?

Of failed Jaguar XJ MOTs, 23.1% were retested the same day and a further 69.2% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 2 days (2019–2024, n = 28,707).

bar · Jaguar XJ · Same-day retest · 23.1 vs failed initial tests · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Same-day retest23.1%failed initial tests2019–202428707
Retest within 10 days69.2%failed initial tests2019–202428707
Clean MOT streak41.6%observed chains2019–202430482
Repeat advisory32.3%observed chains2019–202430482
Decreasing odometer1.7% mileage anomalyobserved chains2019–202433412

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is low mileage better for a Jaguar XJ?

Jaguar XJs aged 5 to 14 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 14.8% of tests, against 23.3% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 13,163).

bullet · Jaguar XJ · Low-use first-time failure · 14.8 vs 23.3 · 2019–2024
Low-use first-time failure: 14.8 vs 23.3. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Low-use first-time failure14.8%23.32019–202413163
Low-use gap-8.4percentage points8–12k miles2019–202413163

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many years is a Jaguar XJ likely to last?

Jaguar XJs tend to last: at ten years old the typical one has about 9.5 more years of MOTs ahead, more than the median model. This is a forecast from the survival curve and may not come true.

Computed, not measured.

Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.

bar · Jaguar XJ · Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 19) · 14.5 vs baseline · survival forecast
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 19)14.5years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 8 (at least; observed only until age 19)11.5years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 10 (at least; observed only until age 19)9.5years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 12 (at least; observed only until age 19)7.5years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 15 (at least; observed only until age 19)4.5years forecastsurvival forecast0

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Jaguar XJs are still on the road?

In 2024, at least as many Jaguar XJs were tested at age 19 as at ages 4 to 6 (2024, n = 8,014).

line · Jaguar XJ · Age 3 · 69 vs baseline · 2024
Age 3: 69. Age 19 (at least a: 100. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 369% of age 4–6 baseline20243705
Age 484.3% of age 4–6 baseline20244525
Age 5 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20245442
Age 6 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20246139
Age 7 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20246432
Age 8 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20247104
Age 9 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20247446
Age 10 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20246976
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Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 11 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20246933
Age 12 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20247240
Age 13 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20247783
Age 14 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20247408
Age 15 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20248270
Age 16 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20249853
Age 17 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20249382
Age 18 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20248959
Age 19 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20248014

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

If a Jaguar XJ fails, does it fail again?

25.9% of Jaguar XJs that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 20.9% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 10,260). The failure most likely to come back is visibility: 27.5% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.

bullet · Jaguar XJ · Repeat after fail · 25.9 vs 20.9 · 2019–2024
Repeat after fail: 25.9 vs 20.9. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Repeat after fail25.9%20.92019–202410260

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Jaguar XJ faults come together?

On Jaguar XJs, identification of the vehicle and road Wheels failures turn up together 7.6 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 24).

Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Identification of the vehicle + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 24 tests, 95% interval 4.9–11.3)7.6liftexpected joint rate202424
Body, chassis, structure + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 442 tests, 95% interval 6.7–8.1)7.3liftexpected joint rate2024442
Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks7.3liftexpected joint rate20241187
Noise, emissions and leaks + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 432 tests, 95% interval 5.5–6.7)6.1liftexpected joint rate2024432
Identification of the vehicle + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 46 tests, 95% interval 4.4–8.1)6.0liftexpected joint rate202446
Brakes + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems5.1liftexpected joint rate2024694
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes5.1liftexpected joint rate20241579
Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks5.0liftexpected joint rate20241834
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Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Road Wheels + Tyres (rough estimate: 202 tests, 95% interval 3.9–5.2)4.5liftexpected joint rate2024202
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems4.5liftexpected joint rate2024831
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Suspension4.2liftexpected joint rate20241065
Body, chassis, structure + Identification of the vehicle (rough estimate: 70 tests, 95% interval 3.1–5.1)4.0liftexpected joint rate202470
Steering + Suspension4.0liftexpected joint rate20242496
Identification of the vehicle + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 80 tests, 95% interval 3.1–4.8)3.9liftexpected joint rate202480
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks3.8liftexpected joint rate20241880
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 289 tests, 95% interval 3.4–4.3)3.8liftexpected joint rate2024289
Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment3.8liftexpected joint rate20241589
Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 200 tests, 95% interval 3.3–4.3)3.8liftexpected joint rate2024200
Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment3.6liftexpected joint rate20243450
Brakes + Identification of the vehicle (rough estimate: 141 tests, 95% interval 3.0–4.3)3.6liftexpected joint rate2024141
Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (rough estimate: 139 tests, 95% interval 3.0–4.2)3.5liftexpected joint rate2024139
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Visibility (rough estimate: 480 tests, 95% interval 3.2–3.9)3.5liftexpected joint rate2024480
Body, chassis, structure + Visibility3.5liftexpected joint rate20241092
Body, chassis, structure + Suspension3.4liftexpected joint rate20241967
Identification of the vehicle + Tyres (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 2.8–4.1)3.4liftexpected joint rate2024105
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility3.3liftexpected joint rate20241223
Body, chassis, structure + Steering (rough estimate: 495 tests, 95% interval 3.0–3.6)3.3liftexpected joint rate2024495
Brakes + Suspension3.3liftexpected joint rate20244230
Noise, emissions and leaks + Steering3.2liftexpected joint rate2024572
Road Wheels + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 35 tests, 95% interval 2.2–4.5)3.2liftexpected joint rate202435
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility3.2liftexpected joint rate20243042
Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension3.1liftexpected joint rate20242133
Brakes + Visibility3.1liftexpected joint rate20242177
Road Wheels + Visibility (rough estimate: 174 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.6)3.1liftexpected joint rate2024174
Brakes + Steering3.0liftexpected joint rate20241024
Brakes + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 170 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.5)3.0liftexpected joint rate2024170
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Steering (rough estimate: 199 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.5)3.0liftexpected joint rate2024199
Noise, emissions and leaks + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 88 tests, 95% interval 2.4–3.7)3liftexpected joint rate202488
Brakes + Tyres2.9liftexpected joint rate20241577
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering2.8liftexpected joint rate20241300
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres2.8liftexpected joint rate20242112
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Tyres (rough estimate: 301 tests, 95% interval 2.5–3.1)2.8liftexpected joint rate2024301
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension2.8liftexpected joint rate20244903
Road Wheels + Suspension (rough estimate: 288 tests, 95% interval 2.4–3.1)2.8liftexpected joint rate2024288
Body, chassis, structure + Tyres2.7liftexpected joint rate2024662
Body, chassis, structure + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 67 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.4)2.7liftexpected joint rate202467
Identification of the vehicle + Steering (rough estimate: 51 tests, 95% interval 2.0–3.5)2.7liftexpected joint rate202451
Steering + Visibility2.6liftexpected joint rate2024890
Identification of the vehicle + Suspension (rough estimate: 190 tests, 95% interval 2.2–3.0)2.6liftexpected joint rate2024190
Tyres + Visibility2.6liftexpected joint rate20241421
Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres2.6liftexpected joint rate2024741
Suspension + Visibility2.5liftexpected joint rate20243285
Road Wheels + Steering (rough estimate: 66 tests, 95% interval 1.9–3.1)2.4liftexpected joint rate202466
Suspension + Tyres2.2liftexpected joint rate20242289
Steering + Tyres2.0liftexpected joint rate2024527
Brakes + Speedometer and speed limiter (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Speedometer and speed limiter (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belt installation check (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Has the Jaguar XJ had safety recalls?

DVSA lists 22 safety recall campaigns matched to the Jaguar XJ; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.

Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
DVSA recall campaigns matched22campaignsDVSA registerDVSA register25677

Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What does a Jaguar XJ cost to run in a fleet?

Of every 100 Jaguar XJs tested at age 5, about 10 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate); at age 10, about 20 (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).

Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 4 (rough estimate: 160 tests, 95% interval 4.8–13.4%)8.1% fail first time2024160
Age 5 (rough estimate: 414 tests, 95% interval 7.2–12.9%)9.7% fail first time2024414
Age 6 (rough estimate: 745 tests, 95% interval 9.3–13.9%)11.4% fail first time2024745
Age 7 (rough estimate: 926 tests, 95% interval 9.9–14.1%)11.9% fail first time2024926
Age 8 (rough estimate: 1,080 tests, 95% interval 13.9–18.2%)15.9% fail first time20241080
Age 9 (rough estimate: 969 tests, 95% interval 14.2–18.9%)16.4% fail first time2024969
Age 10 (rough estimate: 1,054 tests, 95% interval 17.5–22.3%)19.8% fail first time20241054
Age 11 (rough estimate: 1,145 tests, 95% interval 18.8–23.5%)21.1% fail first time20241145
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 12 (rough estimate: 1,011 tests, 95% interval 18.3–23.3%)20.7% fail first time20241011
Age 13 (rough estimate: 1,487 tests, 95% interval 23.1–27.5%)25.2% fail first time20241487
Age 14 (rough estimate: 1,315 tests, 95% interval 22.8–27.5%)25.1% fail first time20241315
Age 15 (rough estimate: 570 tests, 95% interval 22.0–29.2%)25.4% fail first time2024570
Age 16 (rough estimate: 945 tests, 95% interval 24.1–29.8%)26.9% fail first time2024945
Age 17 (rough estimate: 1,329 tests, 95% interval 25.5–30.3%)27.8% fail first time20241329
Age 18 (rough estimate: 1,413 tests, 95% interval 27.7–32.5%)30.1% fail first time20241413
Age 19 (rough estimate: 1,157 tests, 95% interval 27.0–32.3%)29.6% fail first time20241157

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What have dealers been told about the Jaguar XJ? (US market)

NHTSA lists 689 US technical service bulletins for the Jaguar XJ (US market, Jaguar XJ and its variants, model years 2015–2019 only); a count, not a UK failure rate.

bar · Jaguar XJ · US service bulletins · 689 vs NHTSA · NHTSA
NHTSA, US market, Jaguar XJ and its variants, model years 2015–2019 only; covers 211 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (NHTSA)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
US service bulletins689bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 20092bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 201221bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 201358bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 2014165bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 201563bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 201675bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 201752bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Full table
Further values · NHTSA
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Year 201889bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 201976bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 202017bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 202131bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 20227bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 20235bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 202410bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 202517bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677
Year 20261bulletinsNHTSANHTSA25677

Source: NHTSA, US market, Jaguar XJ and its variants, model years 2015–2019 only; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do owners complain about? (US market)

The most common US owner complaint about the Jaguar XJ to NHTSA concerns lamps & electrical: 5 complaints (US market, Jaguar XJ and its variants, model years 2015–2019 only).

bar · Jaguar XJ · Lamps &amp; electrical · 5 vs baseline · NHTSA + 2024
NHTSA, US market, Jaguar XJ and its variants, model years 2015–2019 only; covers 211 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (NHTSA + 2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps & electrical5complaintsNHTSA + 20245
Engine (not MOT-tested)4complaintsNHTSA + 20244
Transmission (not MOT-tested)2complaintsNHTSA + 20242
Restraints2complaintsNHTSA + 20242
Tyres2complaintsNHTSA + 20242
Brakes2complaintsNHTSA + 20242

Source: NHTSA, US market, Jaguar XJ and its variants, model years 2015–2019 only; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA + 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does the Jaguar XJ fail inspections in other countries too?

In the Netherlands, 51.3% of Jaguar XJs failed their periodic roadworthiness inspection, against 50.8% for all cars there (2024 by country, n = 2,117 inspections).

Both readings are shown: this comparison changes when usage or inspection rules differ.

Inspections abroad disagree: none point the same way as Britain, the Netherlands do not. Test rules, climate and how the vehicles are used differ, so both readings are shown.

bullet · Jaguar XJ · Netherlands · 51.3 vs 50.8 · 2024 by country
Netherlands: 51.3 vs 50.8. Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024 by country)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Netherlands51.3% failed50.82024 by country2117

Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV · licences and full notice

Does the month of a Jaguar XJ MOT matter?

Jaguar XJs fail first time most in February (25.9%, against 30.0% for all cars that month) and least in September (24.0%) (2024, n = 25,677).

The month of the MOT makes little difference for the Jaguar XJ.

line · Jaguar XJ · January · 25.4 vs 31.1 · 2024
January: 25.4. December: 24.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Jaguar XJ: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
January25.4% fail first time31.1202414774
February25.9% fail first time30.0202413626
March24.4% fail first time28.3202416298
April25.7% fail first time29.8202411517
May24.9% fail first time28.8202412174
June24.4% fail first time28.1202413936
July24.9% fail first time29.3202415110
August24.6% fail first time29.2202414691
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
September24.0% fail first time28.2202416222
October24.6% fail first time30.3202417282
November25.6% fail first time30.6202416016
December24.8% fail first time29.3202411361

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Not enough tests for… (and why)

Real-world MPG against the official figure (manufacturer level)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 25,677 initial Jaguar XJ tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 25,677 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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How to cite this page

MOT Risk Index (2026). Jaguar XJ MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/jaguar-xj/

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Jaguar XJ MOT: quick answers

What is the Jaguar XJ first-time MOT pass rate?

75.5% of first attempts passed in 2024 (25,677 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.

Why does this number differ from other sites?

Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 25,677 primary tests: 24.54% failed first time and 79.1% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 68.5 is shown separately.