MOT failure · RFR #31790
Seat belt not functioning as intended or of an incorrect type
Total
744
Models
48
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 I10 SE Connect Mpi 0.90%
- 02 Hyundai I10 SE Connect Mpi Auto 0.78%
- 03 Hyundai I10 Premium Mpi Auto 0.71%
- 04 Hyundai I10 Premium Mpi 0.53%
- 05 Audi A1 Technik 30 Tfsi 0.46%
- 06 Hyundai I10 N Line T Gdi 0.43%
- 07 Volkswagen Transporter SE Tdi S A 0.40%
- 08 Volkswagen Polo Life Tsi 0.40%
- 09 Audi A1 S Line 25 Tfsi S A 0.35%
- 10 MG HS Excite 0.34%
- 11 Audi A1 Sport 25 Tfsi S A 0.33%
- 12 Renault Clio RS Line Tce Auto 0.33%
- 13 SEAT Arona FR Ecotsi S A 0.33%
- 14 Volkswagen Transporter T32 SE Tdi Bmt S A 0.32%
- 15 Audi A1 Technik 25 Tfsi 0.32%
- 16 Renault Clio Play Tce 0.32%
- 17 Mazda CX 3 0.31%
- 18 SEAT Arona FR Sport Ecotsi S A 0.30%
- 19 MG HS Excite S A 0.26%
- 20 Volkswagen T Roc SE Tsi Evo S A 0.25%
- 21 Volkswagen T Roc R Tsi 4motion S A 0.25%
- 22 Renault Clio RS Line Tce 0.22%
- 23 SEAT Arona FR Sport Ecotsi 0.22%
- 24 SEAT Ateca SE Technology Tsi Evo SA 0.21%
- 25 Volkswagen T Roc Black Edition Tsi 0.21%
- 26 Volkswagen Polo Match Evo 0.18%
- 27 Renault Clio S Edition Tce 0.18%
- 28 Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi S A 0.16%
- 29 Renault Clio Iconic Tce 0.16%
- 30 Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi 0.16%
Top 30 by rate. 18 more models also logged this defect.
Typical UK garage cost
£60–£180
for seat-belt replacement. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. This one needs a lift and a torque wrench — book a garage rather than self-fitting. Open the estimator →
Frequently asked.
- Why does seat belt not functioning as intended… fail an MOT?
- Seat belt not functioning as intended or of an incorrect type. Most commonly flagged on the Hyundai I10 SE Connect Mpi. 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 seat belt not functioning as intended…?
- Typical UK garage cost for seat-belt replacement is £60–£180. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix seat belt not functioning as intended… myself?
- This repair typically needs workshop equipment — a lift and specialist tools. Most owners book a garage rather than attempt it at home.
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