MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30898

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

Total

9,404

Models

243

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 Proton Savvy 8.20%
  2. 02 Fiat Seicento 7.91%
  3. 03 Citroen C15 4.86%
  4. 04 Fiat Stilo 3.47%
  5. 05 Proton Gen 2 3.40%
  6. 06 BMW 840 3.38%
  7. 07 Maserati Coupe 2.92%
  8. 08 BMW 540 2.67%
  9. 09 Talbot Express 1300 D 2.66%
  10. 10 Citroen 2cv 2.47%
  11. 11 Porsche 924 2.35%
  12. 12 Jeep Cherokee Limited Crd 2.32%
  13. 13 Skoda Felicia 2.23%
  14. 14 MG GS 2.21%
  15. 15 Lexus Gs450h 2.18%
  16. 16 Mercedes Benz 420 2.12%
  17. 17 Jeep Cherokee Limited A 2.10%
  18. 18 Jaguar X Type 2.08%
  19. 19 Vauxhall Unclassified 2.07%
  20. 20 Lexus Gs300 1.95%
  21. 21 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet 1.93%
  22. 22 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet 1.90%
  23. 23 Alfa Romeo Gtv 1.84%
  24. 24 Volvo V50 1.83%
  25. 25 Porsche 928 S 1.82%
  26. 26 Mazda CX 7 1.76%
  27. 27 Reliant Scimitar 1.75%
  28. 28 BMW 523 1.73%
  29. 29 Land Rover Discovery Sport S D 4x2 1.73%
  30. 30 Mercedes Benz 300 1.68%

Top 30 by rate. 213 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£10–£80

for headlamp aim / lens restoration. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does the aim of a headlamp is… fail an MOT?
The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. Most commonly flagged on the Proton Savvy. 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 the aim of a headlamp is…?
Typical UK garage cost for headlamp aim / lens restoration is £10–£80. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix the aim of a headlamp is… 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.