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1190: a strong MOT record by UK norms
Across 664 MOT tests, the 1190 returns 91.3% first-time pass — comfortably ahead of the UK fleet average. The single most-logged Major fail is a non-functioning shock absorber. A missing rear reflector and uneven braking force round out the top three. Average tested mileage sits at 21,447, which is the lens to read those failure rankings through. If you own one and the next test is close, the ranked list below is a sensible pre-test checklist.
Top ten reasons for rejection.
- 01
A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely
8 occurrences · 1.2% of tests
- 02
Reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear
4 occurrences · 0.6% of tests
- 03
Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution
2 occurrences · 0.3% of tests
- 04
The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
2 occurrences · 0.3% of tests
- 05
Projected beam image is obviously incorrect
2 occurrences · 0.3% of tests
- 06
Brake efficiency below minimum requirement
1 occurrences · 0.2% of tests
- 07
Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements
1 occurrences · 0.2% of tests
- 08
Master cylinder defective but brake still operating
1 occurrences · 0.2% of tests
- 09
Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn
1 occurrences · 0.2% of tests
- 10
Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured
1 occurrences · 0.2% of tests
Counts cover Major and Dangerous defects logged at test. Advisory items excluded so this shows why a car was rejected, not just what the tester flagged in passing.
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Buying or keeping a 1190?
Use the failure ranking as a pre-test checklist or a haggling lever. Treat the headline pass rate as a fleet-wide trend, not a guarantee on any individual car.
If you own a 1190 and your last MOT looked nothing like the ranked failures above, that's normal — individual cars vary widely. The ranking shows the patterns testers flag most often across the country.