2014 Jaguar F Type — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 11,146 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Jaguar F Type, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (82.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 10.3% in the 90-120k group versus 5.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.6% | 401 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.8% | 201 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 171 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.3% | 142 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.8% | 93 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 72 |
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 | 209 |
| 2 | Wipers | 174 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 122 |
| 4 | Ball joint dust cover | 118 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 91 |
| 6 | Washers | 72 |
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 | 20.1% | 2,238 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.0% | 1,340 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.4% | 603 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.3% | 259 |
| 5 | Other defects | 2.3% | 257 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 203 |
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 | 3,960 | 5.2% |
| 30-60k | 5,473 | 8.0% |
| 60-90k | 1,503 | 11.4% |
| 90-120k | 185 | 10.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,267 | 6.7% |
| 2022 | 2,256 | 7.3% |
| 2023 | 2,228 | 7.2% |
| 2024 | 2,189 | 7.7% |
| 2025 | 2,206 | 8.7% |
What to check before buying a 2014 F Type
Before buying a 2014 Jaguar F Type, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.6% 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 (1.8% 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 (1.5% 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 2014 Jaguar F Types pass their MOT?
92.5% of the 11,146 2014 Jaguar F Type MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Jaguar F Type?
Tyres, recorded in 3.6% of tests, followed by visibility (1.8%).
Does the 2014 F Type get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.2% in the 0-30k band to 10.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,146 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.