MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #40368

Rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps

Total

607

Models

65

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 Lexmoto Zsx 2.76%
  2. 02 Lexmoto Titan 125 ZN 125 T 8F 2.12%
  3. 03 Lexmoto Venom 1.85%
  4. 04 Lexmoto Echo 50 E4 1.64%
  5. 05 Lexmoto Diablo 1.48%
  6. 06 Sinnis ZS 125 86 Terrain 1.39%
  7. 07 Suzuki UK 110 NM L8 1.28%
  8. 08 Kawasaki Gpz500s 1.27%
  9. 09 Honda Vfr800a 1.14%
  10. 10 Piaggio Liberty 125 1.10%
  11. 11 Yamaha YS 125 1.01%
  12. 12 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs 0.98%
  13. 13 Yamaha Fz6 0.93%
  14. 14 Honda Vfr800 0.91%
  15. 15 Honda WW 125 Ex2 A 0.82%
  16. 16 Peugeot Tweet 0.77%
  17. 17 Honda SH 125 AD K 0.77%
  18. 18 Kawasaki Z750 0.74%
  19. 19 Yamaha XC 0.72%
  20. 20 Yamaha YP 0.69%
  21. 21 Honda Anf 0.66%
  22. 22 Ducati 748 0.65%
  23. 23 Honda Cbr 600 FA B 0.64%
  24. 24 Ccm Unclassified 0.64%
  25. 25 Peugeot Django 0.63%
  26. 26 Honda Cbr 650 RA K 0.62%
  27. 27 Suzuki Gsf600 0.61%
  28. 28 Honda Sh125 0.60%
  29. 29 Honda Msx 0.58%
  30. 30 Kawasaki Zzr600 0.58%

Top 30 by rate. 35 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 rear registration plate lamp does not… fail an MOT?
Rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps. Most commonly flagged on the Lexmoto Zsx. 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 rear registration plate lamp does not…?
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 rear registration plate lamp does 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.