MOT failure · RFR #30204
Number plate showing an incorrect registration
Total
219
Models
44
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 Hyundai Tucson SE Nv48v Mhev Crdi2wdsa 0.46%
- 02 Mercedes Benz A 200 Exclusive Edition D Auto 0.38%
- 03 Land Rover R Rover Sport Hse Dyn Phev A 0.37%
- 04 BMW X5 M Competition Auto 0.34%
- 05 BMW M4 Competition Auto 0.32%
- 06 Audi Q7 S Line 45 Tdi Mhev Quat A 0.29%
- 07 Volvo Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Awd Auto 0.28%
- 08 Audi Q5 S Line 50 Tfsi E Quattro SA 0.28%
- 09 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S A 0.26%
- 10 Land Rover R R Evoque R Dyn Hse D Mhev A 0.25%
- 11 Land Rover Range Rover Sprt Svr Crbn ED A 0.24%
- 12 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque S D 4x2 0.23%
- 13 Audi A3 Sport 30 Tfsi Mhev S A 0.23%
- 14 Land Rover Defender First ED D Mhev Auto 0.21%
- 15 Land Rover Discovery Spt Rdyn S+ D Mhev A 0.21%
- 16 BMW X5 Xdrive40d M Sport Mhev Auto 0.20%
- 17 Land Rover Discovery Landmark Sd6 Auto 0.20%
- 18 Land Rover Range Rover Velar ED D Mhev A 0.18%
- 19 Lamborghini Gallardo 0.18%
- 20 Volvo Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev Auto 0.17%
- 21 BMW X7 0.17%
- 22 Rolls Royce Wraith 0.16%
- 23 Cupra Formentor Vz2 Tsi 4drive S A 0.16%
- 24 Land Rover R Rover Evoque R Dyn S D 4x2 0.16%
- 25 Land Rover Discovery Sport R Dynamic SE A 0.15%
- 26 Audi R8 0.15%
- 27 Volkswagen Id3 Style 0.15%
- 28 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque S D Mhev A 0.15%
- 29 Ferrari 488 Pista S A 0.14%
- 30 SEAT Leon FR Black Edition Tsi Evo 0.13%
Top 30 by rate. 14 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 showing an incorrect registration fail an MOT?
- Number plate showing an incorrect registration. Most commonly flagged on the Hyundai Tucson SE Nv48v Mhev Crdi2wdsa. 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 showing an incorrect registration?
- 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 showing an incorrect registration 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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