MOT failure · RFR #31189
A tyre cords visible or damaged
Total
426,235
Models
1173
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 Mercedes Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4M 6.12%
- 02 Tesla Model X Long Range Awd 5.87%
- 03 Tesla Model X Perform Ludicrous Awd 5.32%
- 04 Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd 4.62%
- 05 Volkswagen Id4 1st Edition 4.53%
- 06 Tesla Model X 4.21%
- 07 Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Mhev Awd A 4.05%
- 08 BMW X5 Xdrive45e M Sport Auto 3.68%
- 09 Mercedes Benz Amg A 45 S 4matic+ Plus Auto 3.58%
- 10 Fiat 500 Rockstar Mhev 3.55%
- 11 Audi A3 E Tron 40 S A 3.52%
- 12 Audi Q4 E Tron S Line 40 3.51%
- 13 Fiat 500 Sport Mhev 3.51%
- 14 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd 3.49%
- 15 Fiat Multipla 3.36%
- 16 Fiat 500 Pop Mhev 3.28%
- 17 Peugeot 3008 GT S/s Phev 4x4 Auto 3.26%
- 18 Alfa Romeo 159 3.18%
- 19 Dodge Caliber 3.16%
- 20 SEAT Alhambra 3.08%
- 21 Volvo Xc90 R Design B5 Mhev Awd Auto 3.05%
- 22 Ford Focus C Max 3.02%
- 23 Mercedes Benz E 220 Amg Line ED Prem D A 3.01%
- 24 Ford Focus ST Ecoblue 3.00%
- 25 Volvo Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8rchrge Awd A 2.98%
- 26 Ford Focus ST 2.96%
- 27 Volvo V50 2.94%
- 28 Tesla Model S Long Range Awd 2.93%
- 29 Volvo Xc90 R Design T8 Rcharge Awd A 2.88%
- 30 Volkswagen Id3 Tour 2.86%
Top 30 by rate. 1143 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. 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 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.
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