2018 Jaguar F-Pace 2.0L Diesel · VU18 SOJ
2018 Jaguar F-Pace (2.0L, diesel). First registered 07 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 42,300 miles. MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR F-PACE
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
VU18 SOJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2025
- 42,300 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar F-Pace
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
VU18 SOJ Mileage History
- 10/09/202227,496 mi
- 15/09/202227,507 mi+11 mi
- 14/09/202330,055 mi+2,548 mi
- 28/08/202434,053 mi+3,998 mi
- 01/09/202542,300 mi+8,247 mi
Average of roughly 4,974 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VU18 SOJ 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-Pace (VU18 SOJ) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: JAGUAR F-PACE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Turbocharger Failure (2.0d)(Serious)
Premature turbo failure is common on the 2.0L diesel, often caused by the same oil dilution issue that affects the timing chain.
- Timing Chain Failure (2.0d Ingenium)(Serious)
The 2.0 diesel Ingenium engine in the F-Pace is prone to timing chain stretch and failure, the same issue affecting the XE, XF and E-Pace. Oil dilution from interrupted DPF regenerations combined with weak chain guides cause premature wear. If the chain snaps, it destroys the engine.
- Water Pump Failure (3.0SC & 5.0 V8)(Serious)
The water pumps on 3.0 supercharged V6 and 5.0 V8 F-Pace models are prone to premature failure, sometimes lasting less than 20,000 miles. Coolant enters the bearing housing and corrodes it, causing the impeller shaft seal to leak. The small coolant pipe connecting to the pump also has fragile plastic connectors that break on removal.
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- Turbocharger Failure (2.0d)Serious
Premature turbo failure is common on the 2.0L diesel, often caused by the same oil dilution issue that affects the timing chain.
- Timing Chain Failure (2.0d Ingenium)Serious
The 2.0 diesel Ingenium engine in the F-Pace is prone to timing chain stretch and failure, the same issue affecting the XE, XF and E-Pace. Oil dilution from interrupted DPF regenerations combined with weak chain guides cause premature wear. If the chain snaps, it destroys the engine.
- Water Pump Failure (3.0SC & 5.0 V8)Serious
The water pumps on 3.0 supercharged V6 and 5.0 V8 F-Pace models are prone to premature failure, sometimes lasting less than 20,000 miles. Coolant enters the bearing housing and corrodes it, causing the impeller shaft seal to leak. The small coolant pipe connecting to the pump also has fragile plastic connectors that break on removal.
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