Jaguar Xjr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Jaguar Xjr car check
Is the Jaguar Xjr reliable? We analysed 83,224 real MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles to find out.
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The Jaguar Xjr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jaguar Xjr.
Jaguar Xjr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Jaguar Xjr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Jaguar Xjr MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Jaguar Xjr to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Jaguar Xjr Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Jaguar Xjr fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Jaguar Xjr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Jaguar Xjr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Jaguar Xjr MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jaguar Xjr year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 518 | 90.2% | 21,657 | 31,740 | 44,564 |
| 2017 | 390 | 90.5% | 24,618 | 40,062 | 57,410 |
| 2016 | 580 | 88.8% | 28,012 | 40,724 | 56,556 |
| 2015 | 345 | 89.6% | 24,924 | 40,666 | 54,907 |
| 2014 | 481 | 87.7% | 32,114 | 49,560 | 68,794 |
| 2013 | 172 | 88.4% | 33,488 | 45,855 | 63,986 |
| 2009 | 239 | 83.3% | 38,335 | 57,200 | 81,808 |
| 2008 | 1,586 | 82.7% | 37,521 | 61,934 | 88,676 |
| 2007 | 3,492 | 78.8% | 42,967 | 67,752 | 97,858 |
| 2006 | 3,088 | 78.6% | 46,049 | 71,562 | 104,848 |
| 2005 | 2,241 | 79.3% | 53,738 | 77,640 | 107,840 |
| 2004 | 5,333 | 77.2% | 58,404 | 84,008 | 113,572 |
| 2003 | 7,539 | 79.1% | 59,408 | 86,756 | 117,596 |
| 2002 | 2,840 | 78.1% | 57,222 | 85,272 | 116,953 |
| 2001 | 5,973 | 77.3% | 62,474 | 88,522 | 116,110 |
| 2000 | 6,164 | 76.1% | 71,448 | 93,534 | 116,569 |
| 1999 | 6,527 | 75.3% | 70,088 | 91,706 | 114,960 |
| 1998 | 13,038 | 74.1% | 74,983 | 98,646 | 121,346 |
| 1997 | 4,089 | 74.2% | 79,152 | 102,126 | 124,252 |
| 1996 | 4,225 | 74.0% | 86,182 | 107,316 | 130,260 |
How Long Does a Jaguar Xjr Last?
Based on 6,293 Jaguar Xjr vehicles on UK roads.
Jaguar Xjr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Jaguar Xjr 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 Xjr
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.5% MOT pass rate from 390 tests
70.7% MOT pass rate from 1,154 tests
The best year to buy a used Jaguar Xjr is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.5% across 390 tests. The 1990 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Jaguar Xjr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar Xjr THIS CAR | 76.2% | 83,224 | 92,236 mi | 37 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 |
| Mercedes-benz 312 | 64.4% | 26,257 | 190,788 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Jaguar X-type (73.4% pass rate) and the Jaguar Xf (80.8% pass rate), the Jaguar Xjr sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Jaguar XjrShould you buy a used Jaguar Xjr?
The Jaguar Xjr has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.2% across 83,224 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 Xjr are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (3,708 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (1,269), and brake pipe excessively corroded (1,231). 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 Xjr owner drives around 2,952 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 Xjr models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.