MOT failure · RFR #31790
Seat belt not functioning as intended or of an incorrect type
Total
308
Models
19
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.
- 01 Peugeot Boxer 435 S L3h2 Bluehdi 1.13%
- 02 Audi A1 Sport 25 Tfsi S A 0.78%
- 03 Audi A1 Technik 25 Tfsi 0.59%
- 04 Renault Clio Play Tce 0.54%
- 05 Renault Clio Play Sce 0.48%
- 06 Volkswagen T Roc R Line Tsi Evo S A 0.41%
- 07 Volkswagen T Roc SE Tsi Evo 0.41%
- 08 Mazda CX 3 0.39%
- 09 SEAT Ateca Xperience Tsi Evo S A 0.38%
- 10 SEAT Ateca SE Technology Tsi Evo 0.31%
- 11 Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi S A 0.31%
- 12 Renault Clio Iconic Tce 0.29%
- 13 Skoda Kamiq SE L Tsi S A 0.23%
- 14 Volkswagen Polo Match Evo 0.22%
- 15 Skoda Kamiq SE Tsi S A 0.22%
- 16 Skoda Kamiq SE Tsi 0.21%
- 17 SEAT Ibiza FR Mpi 0.20%
- 18 Volkswagen T Roc 0.20%
- 19 Nissan Juke N Connecta Dig T S A 0.18%
Typical UK garage cost
£60–£180
for seat-belt replacement. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. This one needs a lift and a torque wrench — book a garage rather than self-fitting. Open the estimator →
Frequently asked.
- Why does seat belt not functioning as intended… fail an MOT?
- Seat belt not functioning as intended or of an incorrect type. Most commonly flagged on the Peugeot Boxer 435 S L3h2 Bluehdi. 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 seat belt not functioning as intended…?
- Typical UK garage cost for seat-belt replacement is £60–£180. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
- Can I fix seat belt not functioning as intended… myself?
- This repair typically needs workshop equipment — a lift and specialist tools. Most owners book a garage rather than attempt it at home.