MOT failure · RFR #30856
Wiper blade defective
Total
351,005
Models
1270
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 Land Rover Discovery Spt Rdyn SE D Mhev A 3.89%
- 02 Peugeot 208 Allure EV 3.58%
- 03 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/s 3.55%
- 04 Mercedes Benz Vito 114 Progressive Cdi 3.35%
- 05 Toyota Previa 3.34%
- 06 Peugeot 2008 Allure Puretech S/s 3.29%
- 07 Vauxhall Corsa Sri Nav Turbo 3.21%
- 08 Land Rover Range Rover Sprt Svr Crbn ED A 3.20%
- 09 Vauxhall Corsa SE Premium 3.18%
- 10 Toyota Carina 3.12%
- 11 Mercedes Benz A 200 Exclusive Edition D Auto 3.11%
- 12 Vauxhall Corsa SE Nav 3.10%
- 13 Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/s 3.09%
- 14 Mercedes Benz Vito 110 Progressive Cdi 3.03%
- 15 Suzuki Liana 3.03%
- 16 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Edition S/s 3.00%
- 17 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 314 Premium Cdi 2.98%
- 18 Peugeot 208 Allure Puretech S/s 2.97%
- 19 Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/s 2.96%
- 20 Hyundai I10 N Line T Gdi 2.90%
- 21 Vauxhall Corsa E SE Nav 2.89%
- 22 Vauxhall Corsa Elite 2.87%
- 23 Vauxhall Corsa Sri Premium Turbo 2.87%
- 24 Nissan Qashqai N Tec Dig T S A 2.84%
- 25 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Edition 2.84%
- 26 Land Rover Discovery Landmark Sd6 Auto 2.83%
- 27 Hyundai I10 SE Connect Mpi Auto 2.82%
- 28 Vauxhall Corsa SE 2.81%
- 29 Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s 2.81%
- 30 Vauxhall Corsa SE Premium Turbo 2.81%
Top 30 by rate. 1240 more models also logged this defect.
Typical UK garage cost
£20–£45
for wiper blade pair. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →
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Frequently asked.
- Why does wiper blade defective fail an MOT?
- Wiper blade defective. Most commonly flagged on the Land Rover Discovery Spt Rdyn SE D Mhev A. 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 wiper blade defective?
- Typical UK garage cost for wiper blade pair is £20–£45. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix wiper blade defective 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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