Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Jaguar I Pace?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Jaguar I Pace?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Jaguar I Pace?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2018 Jaguar I Pace reliable?

Based on MOT data from 836 vehicles, the 2018 Jaguar I Pace has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Jaguar I Pace?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Jaguar I Pace (2018)

836 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.9% first-time pass rate

2018 Jaguar I Pace

CarHunch analysed 836 real MOT records for the 2018 Jaguar I Pace. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Jaguar I-PACE is a genuinely reliable performer on the MOT test, with a 91.8% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%. Only 13% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuring and below the threshold that would flag serious safety concerns for buyers.

At just over 29,000 miles median mileage for a six-year-old car, these I-PACEs have been driven gently and represent low-wear examples. The 0.49 average failures per vehicle and 2.7 advisories per vehicle suggest routine maintenance rather than systemic problems—so if you're buying one, focus your pre-purchase inspection on battery health and the charging system rather than mechanical wear.

The 2018 Jaguar I Pace passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

13%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.49

Over 5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

29k

Middle half: 21k–41k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 836 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 836 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Electric (100%)	835	91.8%	0.49

Colour Breakdown

Based on 16,139 Jaguar I Pace vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 30.4%

4,906

Black 28.7%

4,630

Blue 17.1%

2,752

White 10.7%

1,728

Red 7.8%

1,254

Silver 5.3%

858

Green 0%

Orange 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Jaguar I Pace vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

29,463

typical

20,903

low mileage

41,350

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Jaguar I Pace vehicles fall between 20,903 and 41,350 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 20,903 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 20,903–41,350 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Jaguar I Paces sit.

⚠ Over 55,822 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Jaguar I Pace — Still on the Road

Most 2018 Jaguar I Paces are still being driven.

Strong survival — 659 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 84% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.49

Avg failures per vehicle

2.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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