MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #31195

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

Total

292

Models

49

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 Ford Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue 0.92%
  2. 02 Jeep Renegade Night Eagle 0.62%
  3. 03 Vauxhall Grandland X Ultimte Nav Hyb4 A 0.61%
  4. 04 Mercedes Benz S 350 L Grand ED Executive D A 0.61%
  5. 05 Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto 0.61%
  6. 06 Volvo V60 Momentum + T4 Auto 0.57%
  7. 07 BMW 518 0.55%
  8. 08 Ford Transit 460 Trend Ecoblue 0.53%
  9. 09 Kia Niro 2 EV 0.47%
  10. 10 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque R Dyn D 4x2 0.44%
  11. 11 Audi A6 S Line Black ED 40 Tdi SA 0.44%
  12. 12 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + 0.42%
  13. 13 Kia Sportage 3 Isg 0.42%
  14. 14 Kia Proceed GT Line Crdi Isg 0.41%
  15. 15 Volkswagen Sharan Sel Tdi S A 0.41%
  16. 16 Kia Ceed 2 Nav Isg 0.41%
  17. 17 Mercedes Benz Gla 200 Amg Line Executive A 0.41%
  18. 18 Tesla Model 3 0.41%
  19. 19 Volkswagen Golf GT Edition Tdi S A 0.35%
  20. 20 BMW X5 Xdrive30d M Sport Mhev Auto 0.33%
  21. 21 BMW 218i Sport Auto 0.33%
  22. 22 Ford Fiesta ST Performance ED Turbo 0.32%
  23. 23 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd 0.31%
  24. 24 Kia Picanto Titanium Edition 0.30%
  25. 25 Peugeot 2008 GT Puretech S/s Auto 0.30%
  26. 26 SEAT Leon SE Dynamic Tsi Evo 0.28%
  27. 27 Mercedes Benz E 220 Amg Line Edition D Auto 0.28%
  28. 28 Mercedes Benz E 220 Amg Line ED Prem D A 0.27%
  29. 29 Hyundai Ioniq First Edition Hev S A 0.27%
  30. 30 Volvo Xc90 Momentum B5 Awd Auto 0.27%

Top 30 by rate. 19 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£60–£95

for tyre replacement. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does tyre tread depth not in accordance… fail an MOT?
Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. Most commonly flagged on the Ford Transit 460 Leader Ecoblue. 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 tyre tread depth not in accordance…?
Typical UK garage cost for tyre replacement is £60–£95. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix tyre tread depth not in accordance… 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.