MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #40331

A stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released

Total

986

Models

86

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 Suzuki UK 110 NM L8 2.56%
  2. 02 Honda SH 125 AD L 2.29%
  3. 03 Lexmoto Fmr 2.12%
  4. 04 Harley Davidson Fat Bob 2.03%
  5. 05 Honda SH 125 AD K 1.85%
  6. 06 Suzuki Gz125 1.73%
  7. 07 Yamaha MT 125 Abs 1.56%
  8. 08 Piaggio Zip 1.46%
  9. 09 Honda WW 125 Ex2 A 1.44%
  10. 10 Keeway Superlight 1.42%
  11. 11 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs 1.40%
  12. 12 Harley Davidson Fxdf 1.37%
  13. 13 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 1.36%
  14. 14 Lexmoto Echo 50 E4 1.33%
  15. 15 Yamaha XC 125 E Vity 1.33%
  16. 16 Aprilia RS 1.32%
  17. 17 Gilera Runner 1.22%
  18. 18 Harley Davidson Xl53 C 1.22%
  19. 19 Harley Davidson 1200 1.13%
  20. 20 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs 1.11%
  21. 21 Lexmoto Milano 1.11%
  22. 22 Suzuki UK 110 NM M0 1.10%
  23. 23 Honda SH 1.10%
  24. 24 Ajs Modena 1.06%
  25. 25 Honda Ses125 1.04%
  26. 26 Piaggio Liberty 125 1.04%
  27. 27 Yamaha Ybr125 1.03%
  28. 28 Ajs Modena 125 1.01%
  29. 29 Honda Sh125 1.01%
  30. 30 Yamaha Gpd 1.01%

Top 30 by rate. 56 more models also logged this defect.

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 stop lamp(s) remains on when… fail an MOT?
A stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released. Most commonly flagged on the Suzuki UK 110 NM L8. 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 stop lamp(s) remains on when…?
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 stop lamp(s) remains on when… 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.