MOT failure · RFR #40427
Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
Total
198
Models
15
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 Yamaha Yq50 2.08%
- 02 Yamaha NS 2.03%
- 03 Lexmoto Echo 50 E4 1.74%
- 04 Aprilia Sr50 1.26%
- 05 Piaggio Zip 1.25%
- 06 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs 0.86%
- 07 Honda Nsc 50 WH C 0.81%
- 08 Yamaha XC 0.80%
- 09 Honda WW 0.50%
- 10 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs 0.49%
- 11 Honda Nss 0.37%
- 12 Suzuki Vl800 0.36%
- 13 Yamaha MT 09 Tracer Abs 0.13%
- 14 BMW R 1200 0.10%
- 15 BMW K 1600 0.07%
Typical UK garage cost
£60–£95
for tyre replacement. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →
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Digital tyre-tread depth gauge
Five quid for a gauge beats £150 for a retest. UK MOT minimum is 1.6mm — most testers fail anything below 2mm to be safe.
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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 Yamaha Yq50. 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.