2017 Jaguar F-Type — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 11,138 MOT tests, the 2017 Jaguar F-Type recorded a 93.4% pass rate. Coupes & convertibles of a similar age fail 9.8% of the time, so this is 3.2pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.5%) and visibility (2.1%) 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 249 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2017 F-Type fails 5.7% of the time in the 0-30k band and 8.9% at 60-90k, a spread of only 3.2 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.5% | 390 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.1% | 239 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 127 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 0.8% | 85 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.8% | 84 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.4% | 43 |
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 | 249 |
| 2 | Wipers | 207 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 95 |
| 4 | Washers | 85 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 72 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 71 |
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 | 20.2% | 2,244 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.3% | 1,033 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.6% | 285 |
| 4 | Other defects | 2.0% | 226 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 115 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 78 |
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 | 7,009 | 5.7% |
| 30-60k | 3,690 | 8.0% |
| 60-90k | 417 | 8.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,265 | 5.7% |
| 2022 | 2,230 | 6.0% |
| 2023 | 2,242 | 7.0% |
| 2024 | 2,225 | 8.1% |
| 2025 | 2,176 | 6.0% |
What to check before buying a 2017 F-Type
On a 2017 F-Type, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.5% 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 (2.1% 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 (1.1% 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 2017 Jaguar F-Types pass their MOT?
93.4% of the 11,138 2017 Jaguar F-Type MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2017 Jaguar F-Type?
Tyres, recorded in 3.5% of tests, followed by visibility (2.1%).
Does the 2017 F-Type get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.7% in the 0-30k band to 8.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,138 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.