MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #40278

A headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

Total

499

Models

72

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 Lexmoto Titan 125 ZN 125 T 8F 3.54%
  2. 02 Lexmoto Echo 50 E4 3.08%
  3. 03 Yamaha Yq50 1.87%
  4. 04 Qingqi QM 1.80%
  5. 05 Keeway Superlight 1.77%
  6. 06 Gilera Runner 1.31%
  7. 07 Ajs Modena 1.18%
  8. 08 Aprilia Unclassified 1.17%
  9. 09 Lexmoto Diablo 1.05%
  10. 10 Ajs Modena 125 1.01%
  11. 11 Piaggio T5 1.00%
  12. 12 Lexmoto Milano 1.00%
  13. 13 Ktm 350 0.99%
  14. 14 Yamaha Ybr125 0.98%
  15. 15 Vespa (douglas) Unclassified 0.90%
  16. 16 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom 0.89%
  17. 17 Piaggio Fly 0.89%
  18. 18 Piaggio Zip 0.88%
  19. 19 Lambretta Unclassified 0.83%
  20. 20 Yamaha YP 0.83%
  21. 21 Honda Cbf1000 0.79%
  22. 22 Yamaha Dt125 0.79%
  23. 23 Piaggio PX 125 (vespa) 0.75%
  24. 24 Kymco Agility 0.75%
  25. 25 Piaggio Unclassified 0.63%
  26. 26 Ktm Unclassified 0.62%
  27. 27 Lml Star Deluxe 0.62%
  28. 28 Honda Cbf500 0.60%
  29. 29 Royal Alloy GT 125i 0.58%
  30. 30 Yamaha XC 0.56%

Top 30 by rate. 42 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£10–£80

for headlamp aim / lens restoration. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does a headlamp missing, inoperative or more… fail an MOT?
A headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED. Most commonly flagged on the Lexmoto Titan 125 ZN 125 T 8F. 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 a headlamp missing, inoperative or more…?
Typical UK garage cost for headlamp aim / lens restoration is £10–£80. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix a headlamp missing, inoperative or more… 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.