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What are the top 10 MOT failures?
To help give you a clearer idea of why most vehicles fail their MOTs, here’s the top ten list of the UK's most common failures:
Incorrect headlamp aim
976,569
Failures*

Poor brake performance
921,534
Failures*

Broken registration plate lamps
912,246
Failures*

Sidelights not working
880,901
Failures*

Insufficient tyre tread depth
827,876
Failures*

Worn out windscreen wipers
745,925
Failures*

Faulty brake lights
727,409
Failures*

Broken suspension coil springs
694,671
Failures*

Headlights not working
621,613
Failures*

Lack of windscreen washer fluid
509,367
Failures*

*Honest John 2019
From faulty lights, to low windscreen washer fluid, it’s surprising just how many ways, big and small, a car can fail its MOT.
With this in mind, it’s better to be fully prepared for your MOTs to avoid a future failure.
Now you know the most common causes of MOT failure, check out how you can best prepare for your next MOT by clicking here.