MOT failure · RFR #30858
Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
Total
613,214
Models
1327
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 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD S/s 7.19%
- 02 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Edition S/s 7.06%
- 03 Peugeot 208 Active Puretech S/s 6.50%
- 04 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/s 6.46%
- 05 Peugeot 208 Allure EV 6.42%
- 06 Citroen Dispatch 1000 EN Prise Bhdi SS 6.35%
- 07 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/s 6.21%
- 08 Peugeot 208 Allure Puretech S/s Auto 6.13%
- 09 Vauxhall Corsa E SE Nav 5.87%
- 10 Vauxhall Corsa Sri Nav Premium Turbo 5.47%
- 11 Mercedes Benz Esprinter Progressive 5.43%
- 12 Peugeot Expert Professional L2 Bluehdi 5.35%
- 13 Peugeot 2008 Allure Puretech S/s 5.10%
- 14 Vauxhall Corsa SE Premium 5.09%
- 15 Mercedes Benz Vito 110 Pure Cdi 5.07%
- 16 Peugeot 208 Allure Puretech S/s 4.94%
- 17 Vauxhall Corsa SE 4.92%
- 18 Vauxhall Corsa E Elite Nav 4.91%
- 19 Citroen Dispatch 1400 EN Prise Bhdi SS 4.88%
- 20 Peugeot 208 GT Line EV 4.84%
- 21 Ford Transit Custom 300leader Eblue 4.83%
- 22 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Dynamic S/s 4.82%
- 23 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi 4.81%
- 24 Nissan Juke Acenta Dig T S A 4.74%
- 25 Vauxhall Corsa Sri Premium Turbo 4.74%
- 26 Mercedes Benz Vito 110 Progressive Cdi 4.72%
- 27 Citroen Dispatch 1200 EN Prise Bhdi SS 4.67%
- 28 Mercedes Benz Vito 114 Progressive Cdi 4.65%
- 29 Vauxhall Corsa Sri Nav Turbo 4.63%
- 30 Renault Clio Iconic Sce 4.61%
Top 30 by rate. 1297 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 missing or obviously not… fail an MOT?
- Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. Most commonly flagged on the Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD S/s. 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 missing or obviously not…?
- 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 missing or obviously not… 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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