MOT failure · RFR #30329
a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
Total
682,348
Models
1141
Models most at risk.
Ranked by rate, not raw volume. A Fiesta shows every failure a lot because there are a lot of Fiestas. Rate = share of that model's own MOTs.
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- 01 Citroen Dispatch 1200 EN Prise Bhdi SS 5.12%
- 02 SEAT Arona FR Ecotsi S A 4.98%
- 03 Citroen Dispatch 1000 EN Prise Bhdi SS 4.84%
- 04 Citroen Berlingo 1000 Driver Bluehdi 4.70%
- 05 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Dynamic TD 4.66%
- 06 Citroen Berlingo 650 EN Prise Pro Bhdi 4.51%
- 07 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD S/s 4.51%
- 08 Toyota Proace City Icon 4.51%
- 09 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD 4.37%
- 10 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/s 4.36%
- 11 Volvo V90 Momentum + T4 Auto 4.22%
- 12 Maxus Deliver 9 4.19%
- 13 Renault Trafic Ll30 B Ness+ Energy Dci 4.07%
- 14 Nissan Nv250 Acenta Dci 3.94%
- 15 Peugeot Expert Professional L2 Bluehdi 3.86%
- 16 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi 3.85%
- 17 Ford Transit 350 Trend Ecoblue 3.79%
- 18 Mercedes Benz Vito 110 Pure Cdi 3.77%
- 19 Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s 3.77%
- 20 Volvo S90 Momentum + T4 Auto 3.62%
- 21 Vauxhall Crossland Elite Nav 3.61%
- 22 Citroen Dispatch 1400 EN Prise Bhdi SS 3.61%
- 23 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Edition S/s 3.60%
- 24 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 3.50%
- 25 Jeep Cherokee Limited Crd A 3.47%
- 26 Chevrolet Orlando 3.47%
- 27 Renault Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci 3.39%
- 28 Ford Grand C Max 3.33%
- 29 Kia Carens 3.33%
- 30 Citroen Berlingo 1000 EN Prise Bluehdi 3.27%
Top 30 by rate. 1111 more models also logged this defect.
Typical UK garage cost
£80–£160
for front brake pad replacement. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →
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Brake pad measurement gauge
Testers fail pads under 1.5mm. A wear gauge tells you if you've got two months left or two weeks.
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Frequently asked.
- Why does a brake lining or pad worn… fail an MOT?
- a brake lining or pad worn below 1. Most commonly flagged on the Citroen Dispatch 1200 EN Prise Bhdi SS. UK MOT standards require this item to meet minimum safety thresholds — when it falls short, the tester logs it as a Major or Dangerous defect and the car fails outright.
- How much does it cost to fix a brake lining or pad worn…?
- Typical UK garage cost for front brake pad replacement is £80–£160. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix a brake lining or pad worn… myself?
- Many owners handle this with basic tools. The parts or products listed above are commonly used for this repair. Check your vehicle handbook and confirm the fix clears the defect before booking a retest.
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