MOT failure · RFR #31385
A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
Total
514
Models
15
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.
- 01 Kia Cerato 3.18%
- 02 Mercedes Benz A 200 1.66%
- 03 Toyota Estima 1.37%
- 04 Toyota Voxy 1.36%
- 05 Toyota Unclassified 1.32%
- 06 Toyota Vitz 1.19%
- 07 BMW 635 1.03%
- 08 Lexus RX 450h F Sport Cvt 0.88%
- 09 Chevrolet Corvette 0.84%
- 10 Honda Fit 0.82%
- 11 Lexus RX 450h Premier Cvt 0.64%
- 12 Aston Martin Vanquish 0.62%
- 13 Vauxhall Corsa E Elite Nav 0.49%
- 14 Toyota Prius Plus 0.44%
- 15 Volkswagen Id3 Family 0.16%
Typical UK garage cost
£80–£240
for suspension bush / joint / spring. 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 suspension joint dust cover missing… fail an MOT?
- A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. Most commonly flagged on the Kia Cerato. 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 suspension joint dust cover missing…?
- Typical UK garage cost for suspension bush / joint / spring is £80–£240. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix a suspension joint dust cover missing… myself?
- This repair typically needs workshop equipment — a lift and specialist tools. Most owners book a garage rather than attempt it at home.