2016 Jaguar F-Type — MOT failures & pass rate
10,921 MOT tests on the 2016 Jaguar F-Type are in this dataset, and 94.0% of them passed. That is 4.8 percentage points better than coupes & convertibles of a similar age, which fail at 10.8%. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.2%) and visibility (1.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, wipers and headlamp aim — tread depth alone was recorded 230 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 4.9% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 9.5% once past 90-120k.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 19.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.2% | 346 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.9% | 213 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 133 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.7% | 75 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.5% | 55 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 42 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 230 |
| 2 | Wipers | 195 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 103 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 89 |
| 5 | Washers | 57 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 54 |
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 | 19.1% | 2,088 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 1,148 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.5% | 270 |
| 4 | Other defects | 2.3% | 250 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.9% | 209 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 116 |
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 | 6,043 | 4.9% |
| 30-60k | 4,212 | 7.3% |
| 60-90k | 621 | 7.7% |
| 90-120k | 42 | 9.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,246 | 6.6% |
| 2022 | 2,204 | 5.3% |
| 2023 | 2,193 | 6.0% |
| 2024 | 2,145 | 6.9% |
| 2025 | 2,133 | 5.4% |
What to check before buying a 2016 F-Type
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 3.2% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (3.2% 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 (1.9% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2016 Jaguar F-Types pass their MOT?
94.0% of the 10,921 2016 Jaguar F-Type MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Jaguar F-Type?
Tyres, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by visibility (1.9%).
Does the 2016 F-Type get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.9% in the 0-30k band to 9.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,921 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.