2002 Jaguar Xjr — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 436 MOT tests analysed for the 2002 Jaguar Xjr, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 81.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 29.5% in the 150k+ group versus 2.0% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 6.7% | 29 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.7% | 29 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 6.0% | 26 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 5.7% | 25 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.3% | 23 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.9% | 17 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 25 |
| 2 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 23 |
| 3 | Catalyst emissions | 20 |
| 4 | Prescribed areas | 17 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 14 |
| 6 | Rbt (sp) | 11 |
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 | 24.8% | 108 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.4% | 80 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.8% | 60 |
| 4 | Tyres | 11.7% | 51 |
| 5 | Other defects | 9.4% | 41 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.9% | 30 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 51 | 2.0% |
| 60-90k | 94 | 12.8% |
| 90-120k | 112 | 22.3% |
| 120-150k | 109 | 19.3% |
| 150k+ | 61 | 29.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 98 | 17.3% |
| 2022 | 88 | 15.9% |
| 2023 | 105 | 23.8% |
| 2024 | 71 | 21.1% |
| 2025 | 74 | 13.5% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Xjr
Before buying a 2002 Jaguar Xjr, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 6.7% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (6.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (6.0% 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 2002 Jaguar Xjrs pass their MOT?
81.4% of the 436 2002 Jaguar Xjr MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Jaguar Xjr?
Suspension, recorded in 6.7% of tests, followed by brakes (6.7%).
Does the 2002 Xjr get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.0% in the 30-60k band to 29.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 436 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.