2014 Jaguar Xf — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 73,175 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Jaguar Xf, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 83.3% was below the average for executive cars of a similar age (84.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 23.2% in the 150k+ group versus 8.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.0% | 5,134 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 6.2% | 4,511 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.4% | 3,974 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.9% | 2,886 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.0% | 2,225 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 507 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 2,930 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 2,728 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 1,796 |
| 4 | Ball joint dust cover | 1,725 |
| 5 | Washers | 1,698 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 1,646 |
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 | 26.2% | 19,192 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.3% | 15,556 |
| 3 | Suspension | 18.4% | 13,470 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 7.4% | 5,401 |
| 5 | Other defects | 5.1% | 3,704 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.4% | 3,210 |
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 | 2,198 | 8.9% |
| 30-60k | 18,667 | 12.3% |
| 60-90k | 26,641 | 16.8% |
| 90-120k | 16,574 | 19.9% |
| 120-150k | 6,278 | 21.0% |
| 150k+ | 2,789 | 23.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 71,762 | 16.9% |
| Petrol | 1,413 | 10.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 14,632 | 13.9% |
| 2022 | 14,691 | 15.3% |
| 2023 | 14,802 | 17.0% |
| 2024 | 14,701 | 18.5% |
| 2025 | 14,349 | 19.1% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Xf
Before buying a 2014 Jaguar Xf, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.0% 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 (6.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.4% 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.
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 2014 Jaguar Xfs pass their MOT?
83.3% of the 73,175 2014 Jaguar Xf MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Jaguar Xf?
Tyres, recorded in 7.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (6.2%).
Does the 2014 Xf get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.9% in the 0-30k band to 23.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 73,175 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.