2013 Jaguar XK — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,560 MOT tests, the 2013 Jaguar XK recorded a 90.2% pass rate. Coupes & convertibles of a similar age fail 14.6% of the time, so this is 4.8pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (4.3%) and visibility (2.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are washers, ball joint dust cover and headlamp aim — washers alone was recorded 76 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 5.7% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 12.4% once past 90-120k — 2.2× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 19.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.3% | 198 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.3% | 105 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 103 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.9% | 87 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.2% | 53 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 32 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washers | 76 |
| 2 | Ball joint dust cover | 73 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 57 |
| 4 | Headlamp cleaning device | 49 |
| 5 | Wipers | 47 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 45 |
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 | 19.9% | 906 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.7% | 487 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.4% | 474 |
| 4 | Road wheels | 2.7% | 122 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.5% | 116 |
| 6 | Other defects | 1.8% | 84 |
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 | 1,272 | 5.7% |
| 30-60k | 2,315 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 808 | 14.6% |
| 90-120k | 137 | 12.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 951 | 9.8% |
| 2022 | 916 | 10.6% |
| 2023 | 918 | 8.7% |
| 2024 | 889 | 10.6% |
| 2025 | 886 | 9.4% |
What to check before buying a 2013 XK
On a 2013 XK, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- 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 (2.3% 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 (2.3% 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 2013 Jaguar XKs pass their MOT?
90.2% of the 4,560 2013 Jaguar XK MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Jaguar XK?
Tyres, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by visibility (2.3%).
Does the 2013 XK get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.7% in the 0-30k band to 12.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,560 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.