2016 Jaguar Xjr — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 361 MOT tests, the 2016 Jaguar Xjr recorded a 90.3% pass rate. That is 4.7 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 14.4%. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 6.4% of all tests — 5.0 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, headlamp aim and brake pads — tread depth alone was recorded 11 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2016 Xjr fails 12.2% of the time in the 0-30k band and 14.7% at 60-90k, a spread of only 2.5 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 11.1% in 2021 to 5.9% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.4% | 23 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.4% | 5 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.4% | 5 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 4 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.1% | 4 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.5% | 2 |
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 | 11 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 5 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 5 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 4 |
| 5 | Washers | 3 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 2 |
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 | 20.5% | 74 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.8% | 39 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.8% | 10 |
| 4 | Road wheels | 1.7% | 6 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Other defects | 1.4% | 5 |
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 | 74 | 12.2% |
| 30-60k | 198 | 6.1% |
| 60-90k | 75 | 14.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 81 | 11.1% |
| 2022 | 72 | 6.9% |
| 2023 | 72 | 11.1% |
| 2024 | 68 | 13.2% |
| 2025 | 68 | 5.9% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Xjr
On a 2016 Xjr, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (6.4% 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.
- Brakes (1.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (1.4% 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 2016 Jaguar Xjrs pass their MOT?
90.3% of the 361 2016 Jaguar Xjr MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Jaguar Xjr?
Tyres, recorded in 6.4% of tests, followed by brakes (1.4%).
Does the 2016 Xjr get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.2% in the 0-30k band to 14.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 361 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.