MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #32130

Headlamp aim unable to be tested

Total

403

Models

14

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 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD 1.68%
  2. 02 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Edition S/s 0.82%
  3. 03 Jeep Cherokee 0.81%
  4. 04 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Dynamic S/s 0.80%
  5. 05 Lotus Esprit 0.68%
  6. 06 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s 0.62%
  7. 07 Dacia Duster Essential Tce 4x2 0.54%
  8. 08 Ford Transit Custom 320 Sport Eblue 0.52%
  9. 09 MG 5 Exclusive 0.50%
  10. 10 MG 5 Excite 0.50%
  11. 11 Dacia Sandero Stepway SE Twenty Tce 0.27%
  12. 12 Yamaha Vmx1200 0.27%
  13. 13 Toyota C HR 0.24%
  14. 14 Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic Phev Cvt 0.22%

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 headlamp aim unable to be tested fail an MOT?
Headlamp aim unable to be tested. Most commonly flagged on the Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD. 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 headlamp aim unable to be tested?
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 headlamp aim unable to be tested 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.