MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30205

Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Total

6,508

Models

326

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 BMW X6 Xdrive30d M Sport Auto 2.84%
  2. 02 Mercedes Benz G 2.17%
  3. 03 Porsche Taycan Turbo 1.95%
  4. 04 Land Rover Defender Hse D Auto 1.86%
  5. 05 Mercedes Benz GL 320 1.66%
  6. 06 Mercedes Benz S 350 L Grand ED Executive D A 1.63%
  7. 07 Ford Transit Custom 290sprt Eblue A 1.51%
  8. 08 Jeep Cherokee Limited A 1.47%
  9. 09 Infiniti FX 1.45%
  10. 10 BMW X7 1.43%
  11. 11 Tvr Cerbera 1.41%
  12. 12 Mclaren 570 1.39%
  13. 13 Mercedes Benz GT 1.35%
  14. 14 Land Rover Defender SE D Auto 1.34%
  15. 15 BMW M235i Xdrive Auto 1.34%
  16. 16 Mercedes Benz G Class 1.34%
  17. 17 BMW X4 M Competition Auto 1.33%
  18. 18 Volvo Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A A 1.27%
  19. 19 BMW I8 1.25%
  20. 20 Mercedes Benz Gla 200 Amg Line Premium Auto 1.22%
  21. 21 Morgan Roadster 1.22%
  22. 22 Audi Q7 S Line 50 Tdi Mhev Quat A 1.21%
  23. 23 Ferrari 812 Superfast S A 1.16%
  24. 24 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s 1.13%
  25. 25 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H Line Tdi S A 1.12%
  26. 26 Chevrolet Corvette 1.05%
  27. 27 Volkswagen Transporter T32 Highline Tdi 1.05%
  28. 28 Audi S3 Tfsi Quattro S A 1.04%
  29. 29 BMW M2 1.02%
  30. 30 Audi E Tron S Line 55 Quattro 1.01%

Top 30 by rate. 296 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£15–£35

for MOT-spec plate set. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does number plate does not conform to… fail an MOT?
Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. Most commonly flagged on the BMW X6 Xdrive30d M Sport Auto. 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 number plate does not conform to…?
Typical UK garage cost for MOT-spec plate set is £15–£35. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix number plate does not conform to… 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.