MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #40663

Exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted

Total

338

Models

40

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 Ktm RC 1.67%
  2. 02 Yamaha NS 1.62%
  3. 03 Yamaha WR 125 X 1.45%
  4. 04 Yamaha Yzf 1.01%
  5. 05 Yamaha Virago 0.94%
  6. 06 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs 0.90%
  7. 07 Yamaha Xv535 0.87%
  8. 08 Yamaha Xv750 0.86%
  9. 09 Kawasaki Gpz500s 0.64%
  10. 10 Honda Vt750 0.52%
  11. 11 Harley Davidson XL 0.52%
  12. 12 Suzuki Vz800 0.52%
  13. 13 Kawasaki Vn800 0.49%
  14. 14 Yamaha MT 07 Abs 0.48%
  15. 15 Triumph Scrambler 0.46%
  16. 16 Kawasaki EN 0.41%
  17. 17 Suzuki Gsxr750 0.40%
  18. 18 Honda Msx 0.39%
  19. 19 Yamaha Xvs1100 0.38%
  20. 20 Yamaha MT 09 Abs 0.37%
  21. 21 Harley Davidson Xlh 883 0.37%
  22. 22 Suzuki Vl800 0.36%
  23. 23 Kawasaki ZR 900 Cjfb 0.35%
  24. 24 Kawasaki ZR 0.35%
  25. 25 Ktm 790 Duke 18 0.34%
  26. 26 Honda Cbr 0.34%
  27. 27 Yamaha MT 0.33%
  28. 28 Ktm 1290 0.32%
  29. 29 Triumph Street Triple RS 0.32%
  30. 30 Harley Davidson Fxsb 0.32%

Top 30 by rate. 10 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£120–£280

for exhaust mid / tail-pipe section. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. This one needs a lift and a torque wrench — book a garage rather than self-fitting. Open the estimator →

Frequently asked.

Why does exhaust noise levels in excess of… fail an MOT?
Exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted. Most commonly flagged on the Ktm RC. 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 exhaust noise levels in excess of…?
Typical UK garage cost for exhaust mid / tail-pipe section is £120–£280. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix exhaust noise levels in excess of… myself?
This repair typically needs workshop equipment — a lift and specialist tools. Most owners book a garage rather than attempt it at home.