MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30329

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

Total

626,711

Models

1022

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.

  1. 01 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Edition TD S/s 9.91%
  2. 02 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD S/s 9.46%
  3. 03 Citroen Dispatch 1400 EN Prise Bhdi SS 7.48%
  4. 04 Volvo V90 Momentum + T4 Auto 7.30%
  5. 05 Nissan Nv250 Acenta Dci 6.86%
  6. 06 Citroen Dispatch 1200 EN Prise Bhdi SS 6.29%
  7. 07 Volvo Xc60 Edition T4 Auto 6.26%
  8. 08 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Edition S/s 6.25%
  9. 09 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD 6.15%
  10. 10 Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Edition S/s 6.10%
  11. 11 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/s 5.93%
  12. 12 Citroen Dispatch 1000 EN Prise Bhdi SS 5.84%
  13. 13 Citroen Berlingo 1000 EN Prise Bluehdi 5.83%
  14. 14 Volvo Xc60 Momentum D4 Auto 5.77%
  15. 15 Peugeot 5008 GT Line Premium P Tech SS 5.51%
  16. 16 Mercedes Benz Citan 109 Pure Cdi 5.47%
  17. 17 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s 5.40%
  18. 18 Renault Trafic Sl28 B Ness+ Energy Dci 5.36%
  19. 19 Infiniti Q50 5.18%
  20. 20 Volvo Xc60 R Design D4 Auto 5.12%
  21. 21 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s 5.07%
  22. 22 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Dynamic S/s 4.79%
  23. 23 Renault Koleos 4.67%
  24. 24 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 4.65%
  25. 25 Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s 4.64%
  26. 26 Honda Stream 4.57%
  27. 27 Ssangyong Musso 4.48%
  28. 28 Ford Grand C Max 4.48%
  29. 29 Peugeot Expert Professional L1 Bluehdi 4.35%
  30. 30 Nissan X Trail 4.32%

Top 30 by rate. 992 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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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 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Edition TD S/s. The DVSA's 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.