2018 Jaguar E-Pace 2.0L Diesel · PL18 HLM
2018 Jaguar E-Pace (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 58,499 miles. MOT valid until 22 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR E-PACE
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,499 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
PL18 HLM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
- 58,499 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar E-Pace
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
PL18 HLM Mileage History
- 05/03/202447,391 mi
- 05/03/202447,391 mi
- 18/03/202555,446 mi+8,055 mi
- 23/10/202558,487 mi+3,041 mi
- 24/10/202558,499 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 6,784 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PL18 HLM 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 E-Pace (PL18 HLM) between March 2024 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
Common Problems: JAGUAR E-PACE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- AdBlue System Faults(Moderate)
Sensor failures or crystallization in the AdBlue tank can lead to a "No Start" countdown.
- Timing Chain Failure (2.0d Ingenium)(Serious)
The 2.0 diesel Ingenium engine used in the E-Pace is prone to timing chain stretch and failure. The root cause is oil dilution from incomplete DPF regenerations and insufficient oil changes, combined with weak chain guides. If the chain snaps, it destroys the engine by allowing pistons to hit valves.
- 9-Speed Gearbox Harsh Shifting(Moderate)
The ZF 9HP 9-speed automatic transmission exhibits harsh shifts, gear hunting on hills, and hesitant downshifts. The software struggles with the closely-spaced gear ratios, particularly in low-speed urban driving and during cold operation. A TCM software update significantly improves shift quality.
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- AdBlue System FaultsModerate
Sensor failures or crystallization in the AdBlue tank can lead to a "No Start" countdown.
- Timing Chain Failure (2.0d Ingenium)Serious
The 2.0 diesel Ingenium engine used in the E-Pace is prone to timing chain stretch and failure. The root cause is oil dilution from incomplete DPF regenerations and insufficient oil changes, combined with weak chain guides. If the chain snaps, it destroys the engine by allowing pistons to hit valves.
- 9-Speed Gearbox Harsh ShiftingModerate
The ZF 9HP 9-speed automatic transmission exhibits harsh shifts, gear hunting on hills, and hesitant downshifts. The software struggles with the closely-spaced gear ratios, particularly in low-speed urban driving and during cold operation. A TCM software update significantly improves shift quality.
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