1999 Jaguar Xkr — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,843 MOT tests, the 1999 Jaguar Xkr recorded an 80.4% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 26.1% of the time, so this is 6.5pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (7.9%) and suspension (7.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are catalyst emissions, component mounting prescribed areas and washers — catalyst emissions alone was recorded 170 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 9.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 26.5% once past 150k — 2.7× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 28.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 22.9% in 2021 to 18.6% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 7.9% | 225 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.3% | 209 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.7% | 191 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.4% | 124 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 4.3% | 122 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.8% | 108 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 170 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 120 |
| 3 | Washers | 79 |
| 4 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 78 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 73 |
| 6 | Wipers | 66 |
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 | 28.4% | 807 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.4% | 636 |
| 3 | Tyres | 17.3% | 492 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.6% | 357 |
| 5 | Other defects | 6.2% | 176 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 5.7% | 161 |
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 | 163 | 9.8% |
| 30-60k | 560 | 13.8% |
| 60-90k | 921 | 18.6% |
| 90-120k | 760 | 20.9% |
| 120-150k | 333 | 31.8% |
| 150k+ | 102 | 26.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 645 | 22.9% |
| 2022 | 603 | 20.2% |
| 2023 | 556 | 16.7% |
| 2024 | 522 | 18.8% |
| 2025 | 517 | 18.6% |
What to check before buying a 1999 Xkr
On a 1999 Xkr, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 7.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (7.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (7.3% 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.
- Brakes (6.7% 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.
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 1999 Jaguar Xkrs pass their MOT?
80.4% of the 2,843 1999 Jaguar Xkr MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 19.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1999 Jaguar Xkr?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 7.9% of tests, followed by suspension (7.3%).
Does the 1999 Xkr get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.8% in the 0-30k band to 26.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,843 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.