2021 Jaguar F Type — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 957 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Jaguar F Type, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.3% | 41 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.5% | 24 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 16 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.5% | 5 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.5% | 5 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 4 |
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 | 33 |
| 2 | Wipers | 26 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 7 |
| 5 | Washers | 5 |
| 6 | Headlamp cleaning device | 4 |
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 | 17.2% | 165 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.5% | 53 |
| 3 | Other defects | 2.8% | 27 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 20 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 9 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 4 |
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 | 826 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 130 | 10.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 472 | 8.1% |
| 2025 | 467 | 7.1% |
What to check before buying a 2021 F Type
Before buying a 2021 Jaguar F Type, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.3% 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 (2.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.7% 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 2021 Jaguar F Types pass their MOT?
92.5% of the 957 2021 Jaguar F Type MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Jaguar F Type?
Tyres, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by visibility (2.5%).
Does the 2021 F Type get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 10.0% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 957 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.