MOT failure · RFR #31534
Exhaust system leaking or insecure
Total
12,701
Models
23
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 Talbot Express 1300 D 3.03%
- 02 Fiat Scudo 1.80%
- 03 Citroen Ds3 1.73%
- 04 Citroen Dispatch 1.51%
- 05 Peugeot 208 1.24%
- 06 Peugeot Expert 1.21%
- 07 Peugeot Independence 1.01%
- 08 Citroen C4 Cactus 0.94%
- 09 Peugeot 2008 0.93%
- 10 Vauxhall Crossland 0.88%
- 11 DS Ds3 0.86%
- 12 Vauxhall Crossland X Griffin 0.81%
- 13 Citroen C3 Aircross 0.60%
- 14 Ford Freedom 0.58%
- 15 Vauxhall Viva 0.48%
- 16 MG Rv8 0.47%
- 17 Vauxhall Crossland X Sri Nav 0.42%
- 18 Peugeot 2008 Allure Prem Puretech SS A 0.40%
- 19 Peugeot 2008 Allure Prem Puretech S/s 0.35%
- 20 Vauxhall Crossland X Griffin Turbo 0.29%
- 21 Vauxhall Crossland SE 0.27%
- 22 Vauxhall Astra Sri VX Line Nav Turbo 0.24%
- 23 Vauxhall Crossland X Elite Nav Turbo A 0.17%
Typical UK garage cost
£120–£280
for exhaust mid / tail-pipe section. 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 exhaust system leaking or insecure fail an MOT?
- Exhaust system leaking or insecure. Most commonly flagged on the Talbot Express 1300 D. 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 exhaust system leaking or insecure?
- Typical UK garage cost for exhaust mid / tail-pipe section is £120–£280. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix exhaust system leaking or insecure myself?
- This repair typically needs workshop equipment — a lift and specialist tools. Most owners book a garage rather than attempt it at home.
Real examples from owners.
Owner reports sourced from honestjohn.co.uk that mention keywords from this failure. Matched, not summarised.
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