Jaguar I-Pace MOT Failure Rate & Common Faults
We analysed 12,940 MOT tests on the Jaguar I-Pace carried out in 2023. 8% failed at the first attempt, which is well below the 29% average across all cars in the same data. Put another way, about 9 in 10 I-Paces passed first time.
Results cover cars first registered from 2018 to 2021. Compared with other cars of the same age, 2018 models did best (91% passed, +6.4 points against the average for 5-year-old cars), while 2020 models fared worst (92%, +4.5 points). Tested cars had covered 29,373 miles on average, against 73,145 across all cars.
The most common reason for failure was tyres, found on 4.6% of tests (slightly below the 6.3% seen across all cars). The single most frequent fault was "has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords", on 2.4% of tests.
- MOT tests analysed
- 12,940
- First-time pass rate
- 92%
- All cars: 71%
- Versus all cars
- +20.2 points
- Average mileage at test
- 29,373
- All cars: 73,145
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I-Pace MOT pass rate by year
Older cars fail more often, so each year is compared with all cars of the same age. Bars above the dashed line did better than average for their age.
| First registered | Tests | Pass rate | All cars, same age | Difference | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 133 | 95% | 91% | +4.6 points | 25,931 |
| 2020 | 7,971 | 92% | 88% | +4.5 points | 27,652 |
| 2019 | 4,024 | 91% | 86% | +4.6 points | 32,179 |
| 2018 | 799 | 91% | 84% | +6.4 points | 33,139 |
Why the Jaguar I-Pace fails its MOT
The share of tests with at least one failure in each area, compared with all cars.
| Failure area | I-Pace | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 4.6% | 6.3% |
| Lights and electrics | 1.9% | 11.3% |
| Visibility | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Steering | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Brakes | 0.5% | 6.8% |
| Number plates and VIN | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Suspension | 0.2% | 8.9% |
| Body and structure | 0.1% | 3.5% |
| Road Wheels | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Seatbelts and airbags | 0.1% | 1.0% |
Top 10 specific failure reasons
- 1has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords2.4%
- 2has ply or cords exposed1.1%
- 3too low0.9%
- 4too high0.6%
- 5ball joint has excessive play0.4%
- 6tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm0.4%
- 7does not clear the windscreen effectively0.4%
- 8has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure0.4%
- 9for LED or HID headlamp inoperative0.3%
- 10malfunctioning or obviously inoperative0.3%
Common I-Pace MOT advisories
Advisories don't cause a fail, but they show what's wearing out. On a used I-Pace, check whether these have been dealt with. Read our guide to MOT advisories.
| Advisory | Area | Share of tests |
|---|---|---|
| tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | Tyres | 8.8% |
| has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | Tyres | 3.1% |
| has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure | Tyres | 2.6% |
| Nail in tyre | Non-component advisories | 2.6% |
| in such a condition that it is seriously weakened | Brakes | 2.0% |
| Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt | Non-component advisories | 1.9% |
| tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm | Tyres | 1.7% |
| has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure | Tyres | 1.0% |
| ball joint has excessive play | Steering | 0.8% |
| less than 1.5 mm thick | Brakes | 0.6% |
Tips to help your I-Pace pass
Based on where I-Paces most often fail. For a full list, use our pre-MOT checklist.
Lights and electrics · 1.9% of I-Pace tests
Walk round every light
With a helper, check headlights on dipped and main beam, sidelights, brake lights, indicators, the rear fog light and the number plate lamp. Replace blown bulbs in pairs and make sure no lenses are cracked.
Visibility · 0.9% of I-Pace tests
Clear the view
Replace wiper blades that smear, fill the washer bottle and get chips in the windscreen repaired early, especially in the area directly in front of the driver.
Steering · 0.6% of I-Pace tests
Feel for play in the steering
Clunks or play in the steering wheel, uneven tyre wear or a split steering rack gaiter are all reasons to book an inspection before the test.
Compare with other models
Is the I-Pace ULEZ compliant? See the Jaguar I-Pace ULEZ check, or view all Jaguar models.
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About this data
Based on 12,940 first MOT tests of the Jaguar I-Pace carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
Learn more about how our data works.
Frequently asked questions
Answers from 12,940 first MOT tests of the Jaguar I-Pace.
What is the Jaguar I-Pace MOT failure rate?
In our data, 8% of 12,940 first MOT attempts on the Jaguar I-Pace ended in a fail, compared with 29% for all cars.
What is the most common reason a Jaguar I-Pace fails its MOT?
The most common failure areas were tyres (4.6% of tests), lights and electrics (1.9% of tests), visibility (0.9% of tests).
Which I-Pace year has the best MOT pass rate?
Allowing for age, 2018 cars performed best: 91% passed first time, +6.4 points against the average for 5-year-old cars. The weakest was 2020, at 92% (+4.5 points).
How many miles had a typical Jaguar I-Pace covered at its MOT?
The average was 29,373 miles, against 73,145 for all cars tested. 2021 cars averaged 25,931 miles and 2018 cars 33,139.
What is the most common MOT advisory on the Jaguar I-Pace?
"tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm" was recorded on 8.8% of tests, in the tyres area. 4.6% of I-Paces failed in that area too.
How can I check a specific I-Pace's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT check. Across the 12,940 I-Paces in our data, first-time pass rates ranged from 91% to 95% by year, so one car's own record says more than the average.
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