MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30843

Obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose

Total

66

Models

23

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 Ferrari F430 0.90%
  2. 02 Volkswagen Transporter T32 SE Tdi Bmt S A 0.55%
  3. 03 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque D 4x2 0.52%
  4. 04 Chausson Unclassified 0.43%
  5. 05 Mercedes Benz Gla 200 Amg Line Premium Auto 0.41%
  6. 06 Volkswagen T Roc SE Tsi Evo 0.41%
  7. 07 Ford Kuga ST LN X First ED Phev Cvt 0.29%
  8. 08 Peugeot Boxer 440 L4 Bluehdi 0.28%
  9. 09 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque R Dyn S A 0.27%
  10. 10 Triumph Unclassified 0.26%
  11. 11 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed 4x4 Cvt 0.20%
  12. 12 Can AM Spyder 0.19%
  13. 13 Mazda CX 30 Sport Lux Mhev Auto 0.19%
  14. 14 Volkswagen Golf R Line Etsi S A 0.18%
  15. 15 Mazda 2 SE L Mhev 0.18%
  16. 16 Mercedes Benz Glb 220 Amg Line Prem D 4M A 0.17%
  17. 17 Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav Mhev 0.17%
  18. 18 Mazda CX 30 GT Sport Tech Mhev 0.16%
  19. 19 Ferrari 458 0.16%
  20. 20 Mazda 2 SE L Nav Mhev 0.13%
  21. 21 BMW X3 Xdrive20d M Sport Mhev Auto 0.12%
  22. 22 Honda Civic SR Vtec 0.11%
  23. 23 Honda Jazz EX I Mmd Cvt 0.10%

Typical UK garage cost

£8–£60

for mirror glass / housing. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

Pre-empt this fail · Amazon UK

Replacement wing mirror glass

A cracked mirror glass on the offside is a fail; nearside is an advisory. £8 of self-adhesive replacement glass clears it.

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Frequently asked.

Why does obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged… fail an MOT?
Obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose. Most commonly flagged on the Ferrari F430. 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 obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged…?
Typical UK garage cost for mirror glass / housing is £8–£60. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged… 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.