Jaguar Xjs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Jaguar Xjs reliable? We analysed 127,020 real MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles to find out.
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The Jaguar Xjs is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and brake binding. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jaguar Xjs.
Jaguar Xjs Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Jaguar Xjs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Jaguar Xjs MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Jaguar Xjs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Jaguar Xjs Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Jaguar Xjs fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Jaguar Xjs Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Jaguar Xjs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Jaguar Xjs MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jaguar Xjs year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 53 | 67.9% | 60,617 | 79,597 | 97,569 |
| 2001 | 75 | 66.7% | 48,232 | 57,713 | 78,430 |
| 1997 | 58 | 70.7% | 123,360 | 138,394 | 157,357 |
| 1996 | 5,842 | 80.5% | 54,154 | 74,717 | 100,114 |
| 1995 | 10,280 | 79.7% | 58,031 | 82,478 | 110,824 |
| 1994 | 10,478 | 77.5% | 65,314 | 88,252 | 110,416 |
| 1993 | 11,324 | 74.5% | 68,121 | 93,701 | 115,897 |
| 1992 | 8,953 | 71.7% | 70,075 | 90,655 | 115,956 |
| 1991 | 10,124 | 72.5% | 58,377 | 82,398 | 108,157 |
| 1990 | 13,531 | 73.0% | 52,738 | 78,062 | 101,788 |
| 1989 | 18,780 | 73.4% | 52,033 | 74,358 | 97,123 |
| 1988 | 11,626 | 72.2% | 51,492 | 73,675 | 95,082 |
| 1987 | 6,891 | 73.4% | 56,859 | 77,038 | 98,660 |
| 1986 | 5,735 | 73.0% | 57,481 | 80,045 | 98,356 |
| 1985 | 4,984 | 71.1% | 64,452 | 84,081 | 103,393 |
| 1984 | 2,605 | 73.0% | 55,305 | 76,236 | 97,929 |
| 1983 | 1,508 | 72.6% | 44,793 | 74,120 | 98,157 |
| 1982 | 1,108 | 73.2% | 36,464 | 61,407 | 81,791 |
| 1981 | 466 | 75.1% | 31,846 | 57,972 | 77,536 |
| 1980 | 443 | 73.6% | 30,726 | 49,674 | 69,053 |
How Long Does a Jaguar Xjs Last?
Based on 12,009 Jaguar Xjs vehicles on UK roads.
Jaguar Xjs Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Jaguar Xjs 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 Xjs
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.5% MOT pass rate from 5,842 tests
66.7% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
The best year to buy a used Jaguar Xjs is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.5% across 5,842 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Jaguar Xjs Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar Xjs THIS CAR | 74.2% | 127,020 | 80,122 mi | 44 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 |
| Subaru Xv | 85.3% | 50,367 | 46,308 mi | 14 yrs |
Compared to the Jaguar X-type (73.4% pass rate) and the Jaguar Xf (80.8% pass rate), the Jaguar Xjs sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Jaguar Xjs has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.2% across 127,020 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Jaguar Xjs are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (5,735 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (4,722), and brake binding (4,089). 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 Xjs owner drives around 540 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 Xjs models stay on UK roads for around 44 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.