MOT failure · RFR #31789
A seat belt webbing or flexible stalk significantly stretched or weakened
Total
196
Models
16
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 Ford Freedom 0.62%
- 02 Ford Tourneo Connect 0.49%
- 03 Volkswagen Transporter SE Tdi S A 0.36%
- 04 Volvo Xc40 R Design Pro B4 Mhev Auto 0.30%
- 05 Land Rover Discovery Spt Rdyn SE D Mhev A 0.27%
- 06 Kia Sportage 3 Crdi Isg Mhev S A 0.26%
- 07 Skoda Fabia SE Drive Tsi 0.20%
- 08 Volvo Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Awd Auto 0.17%
- 09 Peugeot 2008 GT Puretech S/s Auto 0.16%
- 10 Volvo Xc40 R Design B4 Mhev Awd Auto 0.14%
- 11 Land Rover Discovery R Dynam Hse D Mhev A 0.14%
- 12 Audi A3 Sport 35 Tfsi 0.13%
- 13 Mercedes Benz C 220 Amg Line Edition D Auto 0.11%
- 14 Ford Kuga Vignale Phev Cvt 0.11%
- 15 Ford Kuga ST Line First ED Phev Cvt 0.10%
- 16 Toyota Yaris Cross Design Hev Auto 0.09%
Typical UK garage cost
£60–£180
for seat-belt replacement. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. This one needs a lift and a torque wrench — book a garage rather than self-fitting. Open the estimator →
Frequently asked.
- Why does a seat belt webbing or flexible… fail an MOT?
- A seat belt webbing or flexible stalk significantly stretched or weakened. Most commonly flagged on the Ford Freedom. 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 seat belt webbing or flexible…?
- Typical UK garage cost for seat-belt replacement is £60–£180. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix a seat belt webbing or flexible… myself?
- This repair typically needs workshop equipment — a lift and specialist tools. Most owners book a garage rather than attempt it at home.
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