2021 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynam D Mhev A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,383 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynam D Mhev A, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 91.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 12.3% in the 60-90k group versus 6.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.9% | 165 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.3% | 111 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 1.1% | 39 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 32 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.8% | 26 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.6% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 179 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 55 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 36 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 32 |
| 5 | Washers | 22 |
| 6 | Joints | 16 |
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 | 14.8% | 502 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.5% | 457 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.7% | 226 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.1% | 140 |
| 5 | Steering | 1.1% | 37 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.9% | 32 |
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 | 1,460 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,730 | 9.3% |
| 60-90k | 170 | 12.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 57 | 1.8% |
| 2024 | 1,648 | 8.4% |
| 2025 | 1,678 | 8.3% |
What to check before buying a 2021 F-Pace R-Dynam D Mhev A
Before buying a 2021 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynam D Mhev A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.9% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.9% 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.
- Tyres (3.3% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (1.1% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 2021 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynam D Mhev As pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 3,383 2021 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynam D Mhev A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Jaguar F-Pace R-Dynam D Mhev A?
Visibility, recorded in 4.9% of tests, followed by tyres (3.3%).
Does the 2021 F-Pace R-Dynam D Mhev A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 12.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,383 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.