Jaguar Xkr (2012)
2012 Jaguar Xkr
CarHunch analysed 368 real MOT records for the 2012 Jaguar Xkr. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Jaguar XKR is a reliable performer by UK standards, with an 88.8% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the national average of 80%—but the 25.8% of cars that have recorded a dangerous defect is a legitimate concern for buyers, suggesting some structural or safety-critical issues lurk in this cohort. Petrol sports cars of this age and power naturally need closer attention, and the high advisory count of 9.7 per vehicle reflects the complexity and cost of keeping one maintained.
At just over 39,000 miles on average, these XKRs have been driven conservatively, which partly explains the solid pass rate and suggests good owner care. The 1.48 average failures per vehicle is manageable, but budget for those advisories—they typically point to wear on suspension, brakes, and electrical systems that need monitoring before they fail. Have a pre-purchase inspection focus specifically on the cooling system, gearbox oil condition, and brake wear, as these are common trouble spots for Jaguars of this generation.
What to check before buying a 2012 Jaguar Xkr
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.
- ⚠️ 25.8% 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 2012 Jaguar Xkr 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 2012 Jaguar Xkr vehicles fall between 24,727 and 49,965 miles.
2012 Jaguar Xkr — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 317 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Jaguar Xkr
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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37.4%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35.1%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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34.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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27.4%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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26.9%
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
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18.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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17.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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