MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #40361

A rear registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear

Total

73

Models

16

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 Sym Jet 1.12%
  2. 02 Ajs Modena 125 0.81%
  3. 03 Ducati 899 0.78%
  4. 04 Triumph Street Triple RS 0.64%
  5. 05 Honda Cbr 600 FA B 0.43%
  6. 06 Triumph S 0.41%
  7. 07 Ktm 390 0.39%
  8. 08 Kawasaki VN 0.34%
  9. 09 Yamaha MT 09 SP 0.33%
  10. 10 Triumph Street Triple R 0.29%
  11. 11 Yamaha MT 07 Abs 0.24%
  12. 12 Kawasaki ZX 1000 Wkf 0.21%
  13. 13 Triumph Street 0.19%
  14. 14 Kawasaki ZR 900 Bhf 0.19%
  15. 15 Yamaha MT 09 Abs 0.19%
  16. 16 BMW R Ninet 0.09%

Typical UK garage cost

£8–£35

for single bulb / lamp swap. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does a rear registration plate lamp throwing… fail an MOT?
A rear registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear. Most commonly flagged on the Sym Jet. 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 a rear registration plate lamp throwing…?
Typical UK garage cost for single bulb / lamp swap is £8–£35. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix a rear registration plate lamp throwing… 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.