MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30204

Number plate showing an incorrect registration

Total

37

Models

18

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.

  1. 01 Lamborghini Aventador 0.62%
  2. 02 Audi A6 S LN Blk ED 45 Tfsi Quat SA 0.43%
  3. 03 BMW X2 Sdrive20i SE Auto 0.40%
  4. 04 Audi A5 S Line 40 Tfsi Mhev S A 0.28%
  5. 05 Lamborghini Huracan 0.24%
  6. 06 Volvo Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev Awd A 0.22%
  7. 07 Ford Kuga ST Line First Edition 0.21%
  8. 08 Kia Sportage 4 Crdi Isg Mhev S A 0.21%
  9. 09 Polestar Polestar 2 Pilot Plus EV Awd 0.19%
  10. 10 Rolls Royce Wraith 0.18%
  11. 11 Ford Focus Titanium Edition Mhev 0.16%
  12. 12 Land Rover Defender Hse D Auto 0.16%
  13. 13 Bentley Continental GT 0.14%
  14. 14 Audi Q3 S Line 35 Tfsi 0.14%
  15. 15 Audi E Tron 0.14%
  16. 16 Volvo S90 Momentum + T4 Auto 0.12%
  17. 17 BMW 840i Auto 0.11%
  18. 18 Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev S A 0.10%

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 Lamborghini Aventador. The DVSA's 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.