2019 Jaguar F-Type — MOT failures & pass rate
6,976 MOT tests on the 2019 Jaguar F-Type are in this dataset, and 93.8% of them passed. Against coupes & convertibles of a similar age (8.6% fail rate), the 2019 F-Type comes out 2.3pp better. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.3%) and visibility (2.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, tread depth and headlamp aim — wipers alone was recorded 186 times.
A 60-90k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 10.8% versus 5.6%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 18.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 4.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 6.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.3% | 233 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.8% | 192 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 103 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 67 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.5% | 35 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.4% | 28 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 186 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 110 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 102 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 52 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 51 |
| 6 | Washers | 39 |
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 | 18.7% | 1,303 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.4% | 444 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.7% | 189 |
| 4 | Other defects | 2.3% | 160 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 50 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.4% | 25 |
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 | 5,621 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,265 | 8.5% |
| 60-90k | 74 | 10.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89 | 4.5% |
| 2022 | 1,754 | 6.0% |
| 2023 | 1,743 | 6.2% |
| 2024 | 1,688 | 6.9% |
| 2025 | 1,702 | 6.0% |
What to check before buying a 2019 F-Type
On a 2019 F-Type, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.3% 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 (2.8% 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 (1.5% 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 2019 Jaguar F-Types pass their MOT?
93.8% of the 6,976 2019 Jaguar F-Type MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Jaguar F-Type?
Tyres, recorded in 3.3% of tests, followed by visibility (2.8%).
Does the 2019 F-Type get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 10.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,976 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.