MOT failure · RFR #30842
Obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose
Total
53,871
Models
155
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 Nissan Cabstar 3.73%
- 02 Ldv Convoy 3.12%
- 03 Lexus Rx300 3.07%
- 04 Toyota Dyna 3.04%
- 05 Ldv Maxus 2.91%
- 06 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2.85%
- 07 Ford Transit 290 Trend Ecoblue 2.81%
- 08 Citroen Relay 35 L2h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s 2.70%
- 09 Citroen Relay 2.69%
- 10 Fiat Ducato 35 Maxi Multijet II 2.34%
- 11 Iveco Daily 2.26%
- 12 Citroen Relay 35 L3h2 Eprise Bhdi S/s 2.24%
- 13 Citroen Relay 35 Hvy L4h2 Ent Bhdi SS 2.11%
- 14 Ford Transit 2.11%
- 15 Fiat Scudo 2.02%
- 16 Lexus Rx400h 1.93%
- 17 Vauxhall Astravan 1.80%
- 18 Peugeot Boxer 335 Pro L2h2 Bhdi 1.79%
- 19 Peugeot Boxer 435 Pro L4h2 Bluehdi 1.75%
- 20 Jeep Grand Cherokee Crd Ltd A 1.62%
- 21 Peugeot Boxer 1.61%
- 22 Ford Transit 350 Limited Ecoblue A 1.61%
- 23 Volkswagen Crafter 1.58%
- 24 Nissan Nv400 1.55%
- 25 Nissan Nv300 1.53%
- 26 Ford Transit 350 Limited Ecoblue 1.53%
- 27 Renault Trafic Ll30 B Ness+ Energy Dci 1.48%
- 28 Fiat Fiorino 1.46%
- 29 Ford Transit 350 Leader Ecoblue 1.45%
- 30 Renault Master Ll35 Business Dci 1.45%
Top 30 by rate. 125 more models also logged this defect.
Typical UK garage cost
£8–£60
for mirror glass / housing. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →
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Replacement wing mirror glass
A cracked mirror glass on the offside is a fail; nearside is an advisory. £8 of self-adhesive replacement glass clears it.
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Frequently asked.
- Why does obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged… fail an MOT?
- Obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose. Most commonly flagged on the Nissan Cabstar. 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 obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged…?
- Typical UK garage cost for mirror glass / housing is £8–£60. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged… 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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