MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #31189

A tyre cords visible or damaged

Total

374,115

Models

963

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 Mercedes Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4M 12.27%
  2. 02 Tesla Model X Long Range Awd 11.46%
  3. 03 Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd 9.46%
  4. 04 Tesla Model X Perform Ludicrous Awd 9.32%
  5. 05 Tesla Model X 8.04%
  6. 06 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd 7.47%
  7. 07 BMW 8 Series 7.32%
  8. 08 Porsche Taycan Turbo 6.91%
  9. 09 Peugeot 3008 GT S/s Phev 4x4 Auto 6.02%
  10. 10 Audi Sq7 Vorsprung Tdi Mhev Quat A 5.96%
  11. 11 BMW 840i Auto 5.72%
  12. 12 Audi E Tron S Line 55 Quattro 5.65%
  13. 13 Tesla Model S Long Range Awd 5.56%
  14. 14 Fiat 500 Launch Edition Mhev 5.39%
  15. 15 BMW M4 5.35%
  16. 16 BMW X5 Xdrive45e M Sport Auto 5.14%
  17. 17 Ford Focus ST 5.01%
  18. 18 Volkswagen E Golf 4.92%
  19. 19 Porsche Taycan 4S 93kwh 4.78%
  20. 20 Audi A3 E Tron 40 S A 4.65%
  21. 21 Renault Clio Iconic Tce 4.62%
  22. 22 BMW X7 4.61%
  23. 23 Lexus RC 4.50%
  24. 24 Mercedes Benz E 220 Amg Lne Night ED Prm D A 4.48%
  25. 25 Fiat 500 Star Mhev 4.41%
  26. 26 Volvo C70 4.38%
  27. 27 Vauxhall Grandland X Ultimte Nav Hyb4 A 4.29%
  28. 28 Mercedes Benz E 300 Amg LN Night ED Prem+d A 4.18%
  29. 29 Tesla Model S 4.13%
  30. 30 Ford Focus ST Ecoblue 4.01%

Top 30 by rate. 933 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£60–£95

for tyre replacement. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does a tyre cords visible or damaged fail an MOT?
A tyre cords visible or damaged. Most commonly flagged on the Mercedes Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4M. 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 tyre cords visible or damaged?
Typical UK garage cost for tyre replacement is £60–£95. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix a tyre cords visible or damaged 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.