2018 Jaguar E-Pace 2.0L Petrol · SO12 BYE
2018 Jaguar E-Pace (2.0L, petrol). First registered 14 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 55,975 miles. MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR E-PACE
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,975 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SO12 BYE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/06/2025
- 55,975 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SO12 BYE 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 (SO12 BYE) between June 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
SO12 BYE Mileage History
- 16/06/202223,956 mi
- 16/06/202223,956 mi
- 15/06/202333,463 mi+9,507 mi
- 10/06/202445,619 mi+12,156 mi
- 10/06/202555,975 mi+10,356 mi
Average of roughly 10,729 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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