2018 Jaguar F-Type 3.0L Petrol · HJ18 YEY
2018 Jaguar F-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 18,912 miles. MOT expired on 06 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR F-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 18,912 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HJ18 YEY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2025
- 18,912 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HJ18 YEY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Jaguar F-Type (HJ18 YEY) between August 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Wall (5.2.3 (d) ”.
HJ18 YEY Mileage History
- 31/08/202211,993 mi
- 01/09/202314,397 mi+2,404 mi
- 05/09/202314,518 mi+121 mi
- 02/09/202417,378 mi+2,860 mi
- 08/09/202518,912 mi+1,534 mi
Average of roughly 2,289 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar F-Type
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: JAGUAR F-TYPE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Seized Active Exhaust Valves(Moderate)
The valves in the exhaust system that create the signature "pop and crackle" can seize in the open or closed position.
- Coolant Outlet Pipe Failure(Serious)
Plastic coolant "crossover" pipes can crack, leading to sudden loss of coolant and potential engine overheating.
- Supercharger Bearing Noise (V8)(Serious)
The Eaton TVS2300 supercharger on V8 models develops bearing wear in the front nose cone assembly from high-RPM operation and heat cycling. A distinctive whine worsens progressively and can eventually lead to rotor contact if bearings fail completely, requiring a full supercharger rebuild.
- Rear Differential Oil Seal Leak(Moderate)
The rear differential develops oil leaks from failed pinion seals, which can lead to wear of the diff pinion due to insufficient lubrication. If left untreated for too long, a whining noise develops and a full differential replacement may be required.
- Coolant System Plastic Pipe Failures(Serious)
Beyond the water pump, the network of plastic coolant hoses and pipes throughout the engine bay become brittle from heat cycling. The Y-pipe and throttle cooling pipe are hidden beneath the supercharger and fail without warning. Most specialists recommend replacing all plastic coolant pipes in one job.
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- Seized Active Exhaust ValvesModerate
The valves in the exhaust system that create the signature "pop and crackle" can seize in the open or closed position.
- Coolant Outlet Pipe FailureSerious
Plastic coolant "crossover" pipes can crack, leading to sudden loss of coolant and potential engine overheating.
- Supercharger Bearing Noise (V8)Serious
The Eaton TVS2300 supercharger on V8 models develops bearing wear in the front nose cone assembly from high-RPM operation and heat cycling. A distinctive whine worsens progressively and can eventually lead to rotor contact if bearings fail completely, requiring a full supercharger rebuild.
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