Jaguar Xe (2017)
2017 Jaguar Xe
CarHunch analysed 10,985 real MOT records for the 2017 Jaguar Xe. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Jaguar XE passes its MOT first time at 87.5%, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, though a significant concern is that 32.3% of vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above typical—suggesting buyers should factor in potential safety issues. Petrol versions are notably more reliable than diesel, posting a 90.4% pass rate versus 86.8% for diesels.
The median mileage of 48,639 miles is reasonable for a seven-year-old car, but the average of 0.99 failures per vehicle indicates these aren't trouble-free machines once they do fail, with 7.3 advisories per test pointing to steady wear on components like suspension and brakes. Get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the drivetrain and brake system, and consider petrol over diesel if you have the choice.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 3.6 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2017 Jaguar Xe
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 32.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (80%) | 8,748 | 86.8% | 1.05 |
| Petrol (20%) | 2,237 | 90.4% | 0.76 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Jaguar Xe vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Jaguar Xe vehicles fall between 36,099 and 63,864 miles.
2017 Jaguar Xe — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 9,811 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Jaguar Xe
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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40.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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35.6%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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29.1%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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29.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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25.4%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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16.1%
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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