Jaguar F-Type reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Jaguar F-Type is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 177 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 35 of 442, and 9.4% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is wipers (1.6% of tests).
Ranked 35 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 14,513 Jaguar F-Types aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 9.4% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Jaguar F-Type is 44% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 9.6% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
9.4%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
9.6%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
4,700
Typical age at test: 7 years
Jaguar F-Type MOT failure rate by age
Most common Jaguar F-Type MOT faults
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.6% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm1.5% of tests
- Condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords0.9% of tests
- Condition: has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure0.8% of tests
- Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction0.7% of tests
- Condition: has ply or cords exposed0.6% of tests
What the Jaguar F-Type fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 4.0% | ▼ 11% less often |
| Visibility | 2.5% | ▼ 22% less often |
| Lights and electrics | 1.3% | ▼ 71% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 0.9% | ▼ 23% less often |
| Brakes | 0.8% | ▼ 74% less often |
| Suspension | 0.7% | ▼ 79% less often |
| Wheels | 0.2% | About average |
| Body and structure | 0.1% | ▼ 90% less often |
| Steering | 0.1% | ▼ 88% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.1% | ▼ 78% less often |
What MPG does the Jaguar F-Type do?
Official economy for the Jaguar F-Type ranges from 24.6 to 39.2mpg across the 80 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2013–2023). A typical petrol version manages 26mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any Jaguar F-Type first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Jaguar F-Type registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £275 to £790 a year.
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Official figures for 80 versions sold in the UK between 2013 and 2023.
Fuel types
Petrol
Official economy
24.6–39.2 mpg
CO2
163–269 g/km
Power
300–575 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-TYPE 2.0 i4 Petrol 300PS RWD Auto Coupe300 PS · A8 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 31.2 mpg | 205g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 2.0 i4 Petrol 300PS RWD Auto Convertible300 PS · A8 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 31.1 mpg | 206g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 340PS RWD Auto Coupe340 PS · A8 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 28.3 mpg | 225g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 340PS RWD Auto Convertible340 PS · A8 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 27.9 mpg | 229g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 340PS RWD Manual Convertible340 PS · M6 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 25.1 mpg | 254g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 340PS RWD Manual Coupe340 PS · M6 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 25.1 mpg | 254g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 380PS RWD Auto Coupe380 PS · A8 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 26.6 mpg | 240g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 380PS RWD Auto Convertible380 PS · A8 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 26.2 mpg | 244g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 380PS AWD Auto Coupe380 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2023 | Petrol | 25.4 mpg | 251g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 380PS AWD Auto Convertible380 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2023 | Petrol | 25.4 mpg | 252g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 380PS RWD Manual Convertible380 PS · M6 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 24.6 mpg | 260g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 3.0 V6 Petrol 380PS RWD Manual Coupe380 PS · M6 · listed 2023 | Petrol | 24.6 mpg | 260g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 5.0 V8 Petrol 550PS AWD Auto Coupe550 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2023 | Petrol | 26 mpg | 246g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 5.0 V8 Petrol 550PS AWD Auto Convertible550 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2023 | Petrol | 26 mpg | 247g | £200 | 37% |
| F-TYPE 5.0 V8 Petrol 575PS AWD Auto Convertible575 PS · A8-AWD · listed 2023 | Petrol | 25.5 mpg | 251g | £200 | 37% |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 80 versions.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Jaguar F-Type reliable?
Its MOT record is better than average: the Jaguar F-Type is 44% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 177 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Jaguar F-Type?
The most common MOT fault is “Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively”, found in 1.6% of tests.
›What MPG does the Jaguar F-Type do?
Official economy for the Jaguar F-Type ranges from 24.6 to 39.2mpg across the 80 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2013–2023). A typical petrol version manages 26mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Jaguar F-Type?
Any Jaguar F-Type first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Jaguar F-Type registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £275 to £790 a year.
›How many Jaguar F-Types fail their MOT?
9.4% of Jaguar F-Types aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 9.6% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Jaguar F-Type combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.