The 10 iconic UK cars at risk of extinction – including famous Jaguar

A staggering new study has found that a wide number of that were are on the brink of extinction as they are scrapped in favour of new models.

Whilst an increasingly high percentage of Brits typically buy cars made in a wide range of foreign countries, over the years the UK has made a wide range of interesting and enjoyable models.

However, a study by the specialist car insurance provider has found that some are set to vanish from the roads in the coming years, with the set to disappear first.

Built from 1991 to 2003, the Frontera was first attempt at producing an , offering attractive styling that made it an instant hit with British buyers, despite not having the best reputation for build quality.

Whilst Adrian Flux predict that, if current scrappage rates continue, the original Frontera will be extinct by the end of 2025. Vauxhall has recently revived the model’s name for their entry-level crossover, with prices starting at £23,495.

Adrian Flux also warned that a number of classic Rovers may soon vanish from UK streets if the current rate at which they are being scrapped continues into future years.

This includes the majority of models built by the company in the late 1990s, such as the 200, 400, and 75, plus a number of older cars, including the iconic Metro.

Introduced in 1980, and substantially revised in 1990 with the inclusion of the K-Series line of engines, more than two million Austin Rover Metros were produced, with many examples remaining in the UK.

Despite this, the insurance company warned that all examples may have disappeared from the roads by 2031.

Finally, Adrian Flux also suggested that some retro Jaguars could also become extinct in as little as three years’ time, with the X-Type predicted to be the first to go.

Introduced in 2001 to rival models like the BMW 3-Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the X-Type was Jaguar’s most affordable model. Despite this, it gained a solid reputation from owners, who loved the model’s upmarket styling and pleasant driving style.

However, in spite of this, the increasing age of examples means there may be none left on the UK roads by the autumn of 2027.

Top 10 UK cars closest to extinction (predicted date):

1. Vauxhall Frontera – Q4 2025
2. Rover 400 – Q3 2026
3. Rover 200 – Q2 2027
4. Rover 75 – Q2 2027
5. Jaguar X-Type – Q3 2027
6. Jaguar S-Type – Q2 2028
7. Rover Maestro – Q2 2029
8. Rover Metro – Q3 2031
9. Vauxhall Cavalier – Q2 2032
10. Rover Montego – Q3 2033