MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #31194

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

Total

1,039,051

Models

1276

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 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + 10.38%
  2. 02 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd 8.94%
  3. 03 Kia Xceed Edition Isg 7.52%
  4. 04 DS Ds7 C Back Pfrmnc LN Bhdi SS A 6.63%
  5. 05 Hyundai Tucson N Line T Gdi 2wd 6.53%
  6. 06 Dodge Caliber 6.23%
  7. 07 Kia Sportage GT LN Crdi Mhev SA 6.09%
  8. 08 Jeep Renegade Night Eagle 5.85%
  9. 09 Citroen Ds5 5.82%
  10. 10 Tesla Model 3 5.68%
  11. 11 Citroen Ds4 5.67%
  12. 12 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo 5.64%
  13. 13 Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2wd 5.64%
  14. 14 BMW I8 5.38%
  15. 15 Kia Proceed GT Isg S A 5.32%
  16. 16 Iveco Daily 35c15 Mwb 5.31%
  17. 17 Maserati Ghibli 5.23%
  18. 18 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 5.22%
  19. 19 Kia Xceed 3 Isg 5.18%
  20. 20 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo 5.17%
  21. 21 Isuzu Trucks Grafter N35.120 5.16%
  22. 22 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto 5.08%
  23. 23 DS Ds5 5.07%
  24. 24 Mercedes Benz Citan 4.99%
  25. 25 Suzuki Carry 4.97%
  26. 26 Kia Xceed 3 Isg S A 4.76%
  27. 27 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S A 4.70%
  28. 28 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo 4.69%
  29. 29 Suzuki Liana 4.69%
  30. 30 Perodua Kelisa 4.65%

Top 30 by rate. 1246 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£60–£95

for tyre replacement. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Digital tyre-tread depth gauge

Five quid for a gauge beats £150 for a retest. UK MOT minimum is 1.6mm — most testers fail anything below 2mm to be safe.

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Frequently asked.

Why does tyre tread depth not in accordance… fail an MOT?
Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. Most commonly flagged on the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range +. 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 tyre tread depth not in accordance…?
Typical UK garage cost for tyre replacement is £60–£95. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix tyre tread depth not in accordance… 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.