MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #31084

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

Total

1,246,695

Models

902

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 Volvo C30 12.14%
  2. 02 Smart Forfour Passion 11.29%
  3. 03 Citroen Ds4 10.99%
  4. 04 Nissan Kubistar 10.90%
  5. 05 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 10.80%
  6. 06 Renault Kangoo 10.33%
  7. 07 Hyundai Iload 10.22%
  8. 08 Vauxhall Signum 10.08%
  9. 09 Chevrolet Captiva 10.06%
  10. 10 Nissan D22 10.05%
  11. 11 Ldv Convoy 9.39%
  12. 12 Citroen Dispatch 9.37%
  13. 13 Kia Cerato 9.32%
  14. 14 Peugeot 807 9.25%
  15. 15 Nissan Interstar 9.16%
  16. 16 Chevrolet Lacetti 8.79%
  17. 17 Chevrolet Orlando 8.78%
  18. 18 Citroen Berlingo 8.77%
  19. 19 Jeep Patriot Limited Crd 8.76%
  20. 20 Ssangyong Tivoli 8.75%
  21. 21 Isuzu Trucks Nkr 77 Turbo Electric DI 8.74%
  22. 22 Isuzu Rodeo 8.71%
  23. 23 Citroen C8 8.71%
  24. 24 Renault Megane Scenic 8.69%
  25. 25 Vauxhall Antara 8.63%
  26. 26 Mini One D 8.63%
  27. 27 Toyota Hiace 8.56%
  28. 28 Toyota HI Ace 8.52%
  29. 29 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 8.49%
  30. 30 Chrysler Voyager 8.47%

Top 30 by rate. 872 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£8–£35

for single bulb / lamp swap. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does a rear registration plate lamp or… fail an MOT?
A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources. Most commonly flagged on the Volvo C30. 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 rear registration plate lamp or…?
Typical UK garage cost for single bulb / lamp swap is £8–£35. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix a rear registration plate lamp or… 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.