MOT failure · RFR #32095
An obstruction significantly affecting the driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen or an obligatory external mirror not visible
Total
10
Models
7
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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Typical UK garage cost
£8–£60
for mirror glass / housing. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →
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Replacement wing mirror glass
A cracked mirror glass on the offside is a fail; nearside is an advisory. £8 of self-adhesive replacement glass clears it.
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Frequently asked.
- Why does an obstruction significantly affecting the driver's… fail an MOT?
- An obstruction significantly affecting the driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen or an obligatory external mirror not visible. Most commonly flagged on the Suzuki Sx4 S Cross SZ T B Jet Mhev. 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 an obstruction significantly affecting the driver's…?
- Typical UK garage cost for mirror glass / housing is £8–£60. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix an obstruction significantly affecting the driver's… 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.
Real examples from owners.
Owner reports sourced from honestjohn.co.uk that mention keywords from this failure. Matched, not summarised.
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