2021 Jaguar E-Pace Rdynamic S D Mhev A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,605 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Jaguar E-Pace Rdynamic S D Mhev A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 92.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.1% in the 60-90k group versus 5.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.0% | 65 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.5% | 24 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.3% | 20 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 15 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 12 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 26 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 24 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 16 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 12 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 8 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.1% | 386 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.8% | 238 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.3% | 118 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.7% | 75 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.4% | 38 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.2% | 3 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 817 | 5.8% |
| 30-60k | 743 | 9.2% |
| 60-90k | 41 | 17.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 773 | 6.6% |
| 2025 | 817 | 8.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 E-Pace Rdynamic S D Mhev A
Before buying a 2021 Jaguar E-Pace Rdynamic S D Mhev A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.0% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (1.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (1.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Jaguar E-Pace Rdynamic S D Mhev As pass their MOT?
92.3% of the 1,605 2021 Jaguar E-Pace Rdynamic S D Mhev A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Jaguar E-Pace Rdynamic S D Mhev A?
Tyres, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by visibility (1.5%).
Does the 2021 E-Pace Rdynamic S D Mhev A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.8% in the 0-30k band to 17.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,605 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.