1968 Jaguar Mk Ii MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Mk Ii models manufactured in 1968, based on 239 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1968 Jaguar Mk Ii has an MOT pass rate of 81.2% based on 239 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 51,657 miles on the odometer. With a 18.8% failure rate, the 1968 Mk Ii is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1968 Jaguar Mk Ii is Suspension, responsible for 2.1% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Road Wheels is the second most common issue at 0.8%. Steering follows at 0.4%.
Top failures specific to 1968 models only. The overall Mk Ii page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 2.1% | 5 |
| 2 | Road Wheels | 0.8% | 2 |
| 3 | Steering | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 51,657 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.40 | 2.1% | 5 |
| Wheels | 0.16 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.08 | 0.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1968 Jaguar Mk Ii has an MOT pass rate of 81.2% based on 239 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 51,657 miles on the odometer. With a 18.8% failure rate, the 1968 Mk Ii is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1968 Jaguar Mk Ii, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. At 51,657 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Suspension — 2.1% of failures
Suspension issues account for 2.1% of MOT failures on 1968 Jaguar Mk Ii models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Road Wheels — 0.8% of failures
Road Wheels issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 1968 Jaguar Mk Ii models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Steering — 0.4% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1968 Jaguar Mk Ii models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.