Jaguar Mk II Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Jaguar Mk II reliable? We analysed 22,000 real MOT tests across 2,487 vehicles to find out.
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The Jaguar Mk II is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jaguar Mk II.
Jaguar Mk II Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Jaguar Mk II. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Jaguar Mk II MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Jaguar Mk II to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Jaguar Mk II Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Jaguar Mk II fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Jaguar Mk II Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Jaguar Mk II owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Jaguar Mk II MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jaguar Mk II year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 50 | 88.0% | 8,355 | 16,414 | 83,492 |
| 2015 | 50 | 78.0% | 11,421 | 44,438 | 65,334 |
| 2011 | 70 | 78.6% | 7,835 | 10,942 | 72,525 |
| 2009 | 55 | 76.4% | 3,002 | 17,409 | 23,130 |
| 2008 | 68 | 86.8% | 26,632 | 44,755 | 51,382 |
| 2007 | 75 | 80.0% | 3,733 | 27,999 | 63,742 |
| 2006 | 87 | 77.0% | 14,783 | 18,350 | 42,562 |
| 2004 | 133 | 81.2% | 11,437 | 55,755 | 68,804 |
| 2003 | 198 | 79.3% | 16,864 | 23,835 | 52,882 |
| 2002 | 187 | 73.8% | 6,166 | 18,038 | 36,635 |
| 2001 | 179 | 87.2% | 13,878 | 19,501 | 74,734 |
| 2000 | 171 | 76.6% | 9,527 | 16,312 | 63,842 |
| 1999 | 155 | 86.5% | 10,195 | 43,539 | 52,802 |
| 1998 | 132 | 78.8% | 26,861 | 45,083 | 68,291 |
| 1997 | 165 | 84.2% | 10,262 | 37,905 | 57,561 |
| 1996 | 162 | 82.7% | 6,198 | 26,615 | 71,175 |
| 1995 | 57 | 77.2% | 23,666 | 29,089 | 95,915 |
| 1994 | 229 | 80.8% | 16,082 | 45,255 | 61,960 |
| 1993 | 127 | 83.5% | 9,858 | 22,345 | 77,828 |
| 1992 | 166 | 78.3% | 37,145 | 54,008 | 77,890 |
How Long Does a Jaguar Mk II Last?
Based on 2,487 Jaguar Mk II vehicles on UK roads.
Jaguar Mk II Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Jaguar Mk II MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Jaguar Mk II
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.2% MOT pass rate from 91 tests
69.6% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
The best year to buy a used Jaguar Mk II is 1982, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.2% across 91 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Jaguar Mk II Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar Mk II THIS CAR | 82.6% | 22,000 | 46,120 mi | 66 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 |
| Peugeot Kisbee | 80.4% | 15,126 | 9,339 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Jaguar X-type (73.4% pass rate) and the Jaguar Xf (80.8% pass rate), the Jaguar Mk II outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Jaguar Mk II has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.6% across 22,000 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Jaguar Mk II are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (847 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (496), and stop lamp not working (428). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Jaguar Mk II owner drives around 304 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 Mk II models stay on UK roads for around 66 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching 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.