MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #40323

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

Total

3,718

Models

277

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 Sinnis ZS 125 79 Hoodlum 5.15%
  2. 02 Keeway Superlight 5.01%
  3. 03 Yamaha Yq50 4.37%
  4. 04 Lexmoto Venom 3.97%
  5. 05 Qingqi QM 3.87%
  6. 06 Honda Ses125 3.33%
  7. 07 Aprilia Sr50 3.07%
  8. 08 Peugeot Speedfight 2.72%
  9. 09 Mutt Mongrel 125 2.70%
  10. 10 Honda WW 125 Ex2 A 2.67%
  11. 11 BMW F650 2.66%
  12. 12 Aprilia Unclassified 2.64%
  13. 13 Ktm 125 2.59%
  14. 14 Honda Cbf125 2.58%
  15. 15 Scomadi Turismo 2.58%
  16. 16 Lexmoto Fmr 2.55%
  17. 17 Lexmoto Titan 125 ZN 125 T 8F 2.55%
  18. 18 Lexmoto Diablo 2.53%
  19. 19 Honda Cbr125r 2.49%
  20. 20 Honda Nsc 50 WH C 2.22%
  21. 21 Lexmoto Michigan 2.21%
  22. 22 Lexmoto Echo 50 E4 2.15%
  23. 23 Piaggio Zip 2.08%
  24. 24 Honda Cbf 125 M B 2.07%
  25. 25 Honda Anc 2.04%
  26. 26 Peugeot Tweet 2.03%
  27. 27 Lml Star Deluxe 1.97%
  28. 28 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 1.94%
  29. 29 Benelli Tornado Naked T 125 1.89%
  30. 30 Yamaha WR 125 X 1.86%

Top 30 by rate. 247 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 stop lamp missing, inoperative or in… fail an MOT?
Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. Most commonly flagged on the Sinnis ZS 125 79 Hoodlum. 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 stop lamp missing, inoperative or in…?
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 stop lamp missing, inoperative or in… 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.