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Jaguar F-pace Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jaguar F-pace reliable? We analysed 312,970 real MOT tests across 51,758 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 312,970 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.0%
Typical Mileage
44,530mi
Annual Mileage
7,583mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
10yrs

The Jaguar F-pace is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jaguar F-pace.

Jaguar F-pace Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Jaguar F-pace. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Jaguar F-pace MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Jaguar F-pace to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

98.1%
2023
91.6%
2022
89.8%
2021
88.3%
2020
87.4%
2019
87.4%
2018
86.6%
2017
86.2%
2016
87.6%
2015

Jaguar F-pace Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Jaguar F-pace models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,658
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,081

Jaguar F-pace Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Jaguar F-pace owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,065 mi/yr
Typical
7,583 mi/yr
Average
8,646 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,684 mi/yr

Jaguar F-pace MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jaguar F-pace year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 54 98.1% 14,323 19,740 29,481
2022 606 91.6% 16,473 24,464 35,472
2021 1,950 89.8% 21,510 30,204 40,633
2020 25,735 88.3% 25,077 35,318 48,141
2019 50,583 87.4% 26,931 38,561 53,064
2018 66,911 87.4% 29,460 43,126 60,141
2017 97,868 86.6% 32,983 48,244 67,159
2016 66,003 86.2% 34,880 51,485 71,827
2015 105 87.6% 28,517 43,406 65,388

How Long Does a Jaguar F-pace Last?

Based on 51,758 Jaguar F-pace vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.6 years
Median
7.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
10 years

Jaguar F-pace Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Jaguar F-pace MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
44,530 mi
75th Percentile
62,882 mi
95th Percentile
94,975 mi
Max Recorded
933,328 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jaguar F-pace

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

98.1% MOT pass rate from 54 tests

Year to avoid
2016

86.2% MOT pass rate from 66,003 tests

The best year to buy a used Jaguar F-pace is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.1% across 54 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Jaguar F-pace Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jaguar F-pace THIS CAR 87.0% 312,970 44,530 mi 10 yrs
Jaguar X-type 73.4% 1,912,556 80,596 mi 25 yrs
Jaguar Xf 80.8% 1,374,522 65,620 mi 18 yrs
Jaguar S-type 74.5% 942,176 77,805 mi 27 yrs
Hyundai I800 73% 97,620 66,742 mi 18 yrs

Compared to the Jaguar X-type (73.4% pass rate) and the Jaguar Xf (80.8% pass rate), the Jaguar F-pace outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Jaguar F-pace?

The Jaguar F-pace has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.0% across 312,970 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Jaguar F-pace with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Jaguar F-pace owner drives around 7,583 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Jaguar F-pace models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Jaguar F-pace — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jaguar F-pace reliable?
Based on 312,970 MOT tests, the Jaguar F-pace has a 87.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Jaguar F-pace?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Jaguar F-pace do per year?
The typical Jaguar F-pace does around 7,583 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jaguar F-pace last?
Most Jaguar F-pace models stay on UK roads for around 10 years based on our analysis of 51,758 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jaguar F-pace?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Jaguar F-pace?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jaguar F-pace is 2023 with a 98.1% pass rate across 54 tests.