MOT failure · RFR #30205
Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements
Total
11,804
Models
414
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 Audi RS 6 V Sprung Tfsi Mhev Quat A 1.32%
- 02 Land Rover Defender SE D Auto 1.29%
- 03 Ferrari Portofino S A 1.21%
- 04 Land Rover Defender Hard Top SE D Mhev A 1.19%
- 05 Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tdi S A 1.17%
- 06 Audi E Tron S Line 50 Quattro 1.14%
- 07 Porsche Taycan Turbo 1.10%
- 08 Land Rover Range Rover Sprt Svr Crbn ED A 1.09%
- 09 Mercedes Benz C 220 Amg Line Ngt ED Prem D A 1.05%
- 10 Land Rover Defender S D Auto 1.00%
- 11 Audi E Tron Black Edition 55 Quat 0.94%
- 12 Mercedes Benz G Class 0.93%
- 13 Land Rover R Rover Wstmnstr Blck D Mhev A 0.91%
- 14 Mercedes Benz Amg A 45 S 4matic+ Plus Auto 0.89%
- 15 Mercedes Benz G 0.85%
- 16 Audi A6 S Line Black ED 40 Tdi SA 0.82%
- 17 Land Rover RR Sport Hse Dyn Black P400e A 0.82%
- 18 BMW I8 0.82%
- 19 Audi Q7 Sln Blk ED 45tdi Mhev Qto A 0.77%
- 20 Land Rover Defender Hard Top D Mhev Auto 0.76%
- 21 BMW X6 Xdrive30d M Sport Auto 0.74%
- 22 BMW X5 M Competition Auto 0.74%
- 23 Audi S4 Black Edition Tdi Quattro A 0.74%
- 24 Audi E Tron S Line 55 Quattro 0.73%
- 25 BMW M8 Competition Auto 0.73%
- 26 BMW M4 Competition Auto 0.72%
- 27 Mercedes Benz Gls 0.71%
- 28 Land Rover Defender First ED D Mhev Auto 0.71%
- 29 Ford Transit Custom 290 Sport Eblue 0.71%
- 30 BMW X6 Xdrive30d M Sport Mhev Auto 0.71%
Top 30 by rate. 384 more models also logged this defect.
Typical UK garage cost
£15–£35
for MOT-spec plate set. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →
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Frequently asked.
- Why does number plate does not conform to… fail an MOT?
- Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. Most commonly flagged on the Audi RS 6 V Sprung Tfsi Mhev Quat A. 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 number plate does not conform to…?
- Typical UK garage cost for MOT-spec plate set is £15–£35. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix number plate does not conform to… 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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