2020 Jaguar I-Pace — MOT failures & pass rate
25,416 MOT tests on the 2020 Jaguar I-Pace are in this dataset, and 94.1% of them passed. That is 2.9 percentage points better than mid-size SUVs of a similar age, which fail at 8.8%. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.9%) and lighting & signalling (1.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, tread depth and track rod end — headlamp aim alone was recorded 385 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2020 I-Pace fails 4.7% of the time in the 0-30k band and 8.1% at 90-120k, a spread of only 3.4 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 17.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 4.0% of tests failed in 2022 against 6.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 1,001 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 369 |
| 3 | Visibility | 0.9% | 216 |
| 4 | Steering | 0.8% | 208 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.4% | 92 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.4% | 89 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 385 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 221 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 220 |
| 4 | Wipers | 145 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 130 |
| 6 | Washers | 83 |
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 | 17.8% | 4,530 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.8% | 1,470 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.7% | 939 |
| 4 | Steering | 2.4% | 608 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.5% | 379 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.6% | 152 |
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 | 10,373 | 4.7% |
| 30-60k | 13,068 | 6.5% |
| 60-90k | 1,789 | 8.2% |
| 90-120k | 173 | 8.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 177 | 4.0% |
| 2023 | 8,383 | 5.5% |
| 2024 | 8,314 | 5.4% |
| 2025 | 8,527 | 6.9% |
What to check before buying a 2020 I-Pace
On a 2020 I-Pace, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.9% 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.
- 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.
- Visibility (0.9% 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.
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 2020 Jaguar I-Paces pass their MOT?
94.1% of the 25,416 2020 Jaguar I-Pace MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.5%).
Does the 2020 I-Pace get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.7% in the 0-30k band to 8.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 25,416 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.