Reliability, safety, running costs and what to check before you buy.
Enter a registration number to see MOT history, tax status, mileage, recalls and more for any Jaguar Xf.
Free & instant — no signup required
Get a free email reminder 28 days and 7 days before your MOT expires.
✓ Free ✓ No spam ✓ Unsubscribe any time
Driving without a valid MOT can mean a fine of up to £1,000.
Free Plate Check may earn a small commission from partner links, at no cost to you.
With 90,029 currently licensed in the UK, the Jaguar Xf is one of Britain's well-known cars.
Euro NCAP awarded the Xf 5 stars in 2015, with 93% adult occupant and 88% child protection scores.
It has a 73.2% first-time MOT pass rate — above the UK national average of 72%. Common MOT failure areas include suspension, brakes, oil leaks.
Annual running costs are estimated at £3,789 for a typical 5-year-old example, breaking down to £316/month or 47p/mile.
Theft risk is rated moderate at 5.6 per 1,000 registered vehicles.
NCAP Safety
2015
MOT Pass Rate
73.2%
45,000 tests
Monthly Cost
£316
est. annual total
New From
£45,000
Euro NCAP tested the Xf in 2015 and awarded it 5 out of 5 stars.
Adult Occupant
93%
Child Occupant
88%
Pedestrian
82%
Safety Assist
71%
There are 31 known DVSA recalls affecting the Jaguar Xf. Enter a registration number to check whether a specific vehicle is affected.
R/2025/488
Jaguar Land Rover in conjunction with law enforcement and insurance bodies is aware of the increase in thefts of vehicles in specific geographical locations within the United Kingdom. There is no fault with Jaguar Land Rover's security systems and they continue to meet stringent automotive legislation. Jaguar Land Rover is offering owners guidance on how to maximise vehicle security and protect against theft
Build dates: 2013-06-07 to 2020-09-07
R/2024/207
On certain vehicles there may be insufficient clamp load on the turbocharger oil feed pipe which may over time loosen and lead to an oil leak.
Build dates: 2019-11-29 to 2024-05-07
R/2021/230
The rubberised fuel return hose assembly may have been incorrectly manufactured.
Build dates: 2019-11-25 to 2021-04-16
R/2019/047
Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.
Build dates: 2014-10-10 to 2018-11-20
R/2019/048
Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.
Build dates: 2016-11-09 to 2018-07-05
+ 26 more recalls. Check a specific vehicle to see the full list.
Based on 45,000 MOT tests, the Xf has a first-time pass rate of 73.2% — above the UK national average of 72%.
This is a positive sign for reliability. The Xf is less likely to have issues at MOT time than the average car on UK roads.
Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Jaguar Xf are estimated at around £3,789 per year, or £316 per month.
Fuel
£1,046
/year
Road Tax
£195
/year
Depreciation
£1,818
/year
MOT
£55
/year
Estimated annual running costs based on available data. Excludes insurance, parking, and finance costs. Actual costs depend on your driving habits and circumstances.
The Xf achieves a combined fuel economy of around 50.4 mpg (37 mpg urban, 52.5 mpg extra-urban).
| Variant | Fuel | Combined | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| XF SALOON | DIESEL | 50.4 mpg | 2.0L |
| XF SALOON, 15MY | PETROL | 34.9 mpg | 2.0L |
| XF SALOON, 15MY | DIESEL | 57.7 mpg | 2.2L |
| XF SALOON, 15MY | DIESEL | 47.1 mpg | 3.0L |
| XF SALOON, 15MY | PETROL | 30.4 mpg | 3.0L |
| XF SALOON, 16MY | PETROL | 37.7 mpg | 2.0L |
| XF SALOON, 16MY | DIESEL | 68.9 mpg | 2.0L |
| XF SALOON, 16MY | DIESEL | 51.4 mpg | 3.0L |
Starting from £45,000 new, a Jaguar Xf typically retains about 56% after 3 years and 46% after 5 years.
| Age | Retained | Est. Value | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% | £33,750 | −£11,250 |
| 2 years | 64% | £28,700 | −£16,300 |
| 3 years | 56% | £25,250 | −£19,750 |
| 4 years | 50% | £22,700 | −£22,300 |
| 5 years | 46% | £20,900 | −£24,100 |
| 6 years | 43% | £19,450 | −£25,550 |
| 7 years | 41% | £18,250 | −£26,750 |
| 8 years | 39% | £17,350 | −£27,650 |
| 9 years | 37% | £16,500 | −£28,500 |
| 10 years | 35% | £15,650 | −£29,350 |
The Xf has a theft rate of 5.6 per 1,000 registered vehicles, rated moderate compared to the national average of 5.5 per 1,000.
There are currently 90,029 licensed and 6,641 SORN Xfs in the UK (96,670 total). This makes it a common vehicle on UK roads.
The Xf has a 73.2% first-time MOT pass rate based on 45,000 tests — above the UK national average of 72%. This suggests good overall reliability.
Euro NCAP awarded the Xf 5 out of 5 stars when tested in 2015. It scored 93% for adult occupant protection, 88% for child occupant protection, 82% for vulnerable road users, and 71% for safety assist features.
Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Xf are estimated at around £3,789 per year (£316/month). This includes fuel, road tax, depreciation, and MOT fees — but excludes insurance, servicing, and repairs.
There are 31 known safety recalls affecting the Xf. These are issued by the DVSA when a safety defect is found. You can check if a specific vehicle is affected by entering its registration number.
The Xf has a theft rate of 5.6 per 1,000 registered vehicles, which is rated moderate compared to the national average of 5.5 per 1,000. Standard security precautions should be sufficient.
A new Xf starts from around £45,000. After 5 years, a typical example retains about 46% of its original value.
Enter the registration to check its full MOT history, tax status, mileage, recalls and estimated value — all free.
Free & instant — no signup required
Get a free email reminder 28 days and 7 days before your MOT expires.
✓ Free ✓ No spam ✓ Unsubscribe any time
Driving without a valid MOT can mean a fine of up to £1,000.
Free Plate Check may earn a small commission from partner links, at no cost to you.
Free MOT History Check
See every test result, advisory and failure since 2005.
Free Car Valuation
Estimate what a vehicle is worth based on age, mileage and condition.
Safety Recall Check
Check if a vehicle has any outstanding safety recalls.
ULEZ Compliance Check
Check if a vehicle meets London ULEZ emission standards.
Free Plate Check © 2026. All rights reserved.
Your MOT could be due soon — Set a free reminder(up to £1,000 fine for driving without)