2007 Jaguar XF — MOT failures & pass rate
368 MOT tests on the 2007 Jaguar XF are in this dataset, and 79.6% of them passed. Executive cars of a similar age fail 23.2% of the time, so this is 2.8pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 13.6% of all tests — 4.9 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, ball joint dust cover and washers — position lamp alone was recorded 40 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2007 XF fails 21.2% of the time in the 30-60k band and 17.5% at 150k+, a spread of only 3.7 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 26.9% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 19.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 21.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.6% | 50 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.7% | 32 |
| 3 | Tyres | 6.5% | 24 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.9% | 18 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.9% | 18 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.3% | 12 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 40 |
| 2 | Ball joint dust cover | 19 |
| 3 | Washers | 12 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 12 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 12 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 26.9% | 99 |
| 2 | Tyres | 25.5% | 94 |
| 3 | Brakes | 21.7% | 80 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.3% | 38 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 8.7% | 32 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 7.1% | 26 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 33 | 21.2% |
| 60-90k | 120 | 20.8% |
| 90-120k | 98 | 19.4% |
| 120-150k | 77 | 22.1% |
| 150k+ | 40 | 17.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 247 | 19.8% |
| Diesel | 121 | 21.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84 | 19.1% |
| 2022 | 80 | 15.0% |
| 2023 | 79 | 25.3% |
| 2024 | 65 | 21.5% |
| 2025 | 60 | 21.7% |
What to check before buying a 2007 XF
On a 2007 XF, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 13.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (13.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (6.5% 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.
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 2007 Jaguar XFs pass their MOT?
79.6% of the 368 2007 Jaguar XF MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Jaguar XF?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.6% of tests, followed by suspension (8.7%).
Does the 2007 XF get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.2% in the 30-60k band to 17.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 368 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.