1994 · 30 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1994 Jaguar XJ MOT pass rate and common faults

205 MOT tests in 2024. 79.5% passed first time, compared with 67.5% for all cars the same age.

118Well above average
Passed first time79.5%
Failed or needed repairs20.5%
Typical mileage at test88,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 205 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength2.4%
  2. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced2.0%
  3. Wheel bearings: has excessive play1.5%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.5%
  5. Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush1.5%
  6. Position lamp: not working1.5%
  7. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits1.5%
  8. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.5%
  9. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.5%
    8 marked dangerous
  10. Service brake performance: efficiency below requirements1.5%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension10.2%
  2. Brakes9.8%
  3. Lights & electrics8.8%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.9%
  5. Seat belts & airbags3.9%
  6. Emissions & leaks3.9%
  7. Tyres3.4%
  8. Body & chassis3.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Wheel bearings: has excessive play10.2%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm9.8%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded9.3%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure8.8%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine8.3%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1994 Jaguar XJ?

In 2024, 79.5% of 1994 Jaguar XJ cars passed their MOT first time, across 205 tests. The average for all 30-year-old cars was 67.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1994 Jaguar XJ?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced; wheel bearings: has excessive play. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 1994 Jaguar XJ reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 118, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).