MOT failure · RFR #30201
Number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off
Total
106
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 Lamborghini Gallardo 0.37%
- 02 Ferrari 812 Superfast S A 0.37%
- 03 Lamborghini Huracan 0.30%
- 04 Ferrari 488 0.29%
- 05 Porsche 911 Turbo S S A 0.25%
- 06 Land Rover R Rover Sport Hse Dyn Phev A 0.24%
- 07 Audi Sq7 Vorsprung Tdi Mhev Quat A 0.21%
- 08 Audi A3 E Tron 40 S A 0.21%
- 09 Ferrari 488 Pista S A 0.20%
- 10 Peugeot 3008 GT Puretech S/s 0.20%
- 11 Mercedes Benz S 350 L Grand ED Executive D A 0.20%
- 12 Mclaren 600lt V8 S A 0.20%
- 13 Ferrari 458 0.19%
- 14 Lamborghini Aventador 0.19%
- 15 Hyundai Tucson N Ln48v Mhev Crdi2wd SA 0.18%
- 16 Mclaren 720s V8 S A 0.18%
- 17 Porsche Taycan 4S 79kwh 0.16%
- 18 Ford Kuga Titanium Edition Ecoblue 0.15%
- 19 Ferrari California 0.13%
- 20 Bentley Continental GT V8 Auto 0.11%
- 21 Mclaren 570 0.09%
- 22 Suzuki Vitara SZ T Boosterjet Mhev A 0.09%
- 23 Toyota Supra Pro Auto 0.05%
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 missing or so insecure… fail an MOT?
- Number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off. Most commonly flagged on the Lamborghini Gallardo. 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 missing or so insecure…?
- 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 missing or so insecure… 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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