Jaguar Xk (2013)
2013 Jaguar Xk
CarHunch analysed 885 real MOT records for the 2013 Jaguar Xk. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Jaguar XK passes its MOT first time at 89.9%, well ahead of the UK average of 80%, which is a strong result—but nearly 30% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, a genuine concern for safety-conscious buyers. Petrol performance dominates the XK line-up, and the first-time pass rate reflects a cohort that's generally well-maintained.
At an average of 35,134 miles, these XKs are running relatively low mileage for their age, suggesting many are cherished weekend cars rather than daily drivers—yet they're still picking up 8.1 advisories per test and averaging 1.18 failures, pointing to wear in older components like suspension and seals. Before purchase, have a pre-buy inspection focus on the cooling system and brake hardware, as luxury sports cars of this age often develop costly issues in those areas.
What to check before buying a 2013 Jaguar Xk
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.
- ⚠️ 29.6% 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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Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Jaguar Xk 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 2013 Jaguar Xk vehicles fall between 22,814 and 45,107 miles.
2013 Jaguar Xk — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 793 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Jaguar Xk
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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34.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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22.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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21%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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11.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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10.5%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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10.5%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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10.5%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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