MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30202

Number plate inscription missing or illegible

Total

36

Models

23

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 SEAT Ateca SE Technology Tsi Evo 0.47%
  2. 02 BMW X1 Xdrive25e M Sport Auto 0.33%
  3. 03 Audi A5 S Line 40 Tfsi Mhev S A 0.28%
  4. 04 Volkswagen Golf R Line Tdi S A 0.27%
  5. 05 Volkswagen Passat R Line Tdi S A 0.21%
  6. 06 BMW 225xe Sport Premium Auto 0.21%
  7. 07 Ford Kuga ST Line X Phev Cvt 0.21%
  8. 08 Audi A1 S Line Competition Tfsi S A 0.21%
  9. 09 Volvo Xc60 Inscrpt Pro T8 Phev Awd A 0.21%
  10. 10 Kia Ceed GT Line Isg 0.20%
  11. 11 Ford Fiesta Active Edition T Mhev 0.18%
  12. 12 Vauxhall Crossland X Elite Turbo Auto 0.18%
  13. 13 Audi A6 S Line Black ED 40 Tdi SA 0.18%
  14. 14 Kia Picanto Zest 0.17%
  15. 15 Hyundai I10 Premium Mpi Auto 0.17%
  16. 16 Toyota Yaris Dynamic Hev Cvt 0.16%
  17. 17 Kia Niro 2 Phev S A 0.15%
  18. 18 Vauxhall Corsa SE Nav Premium 0.15%
  19. 19 Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed Phev Cvt 0.14%
  20. 20 Vauxhall Grandland X Sri Nav Turbo D 0.11%
  21. 21 Ford Puma Titanium First ED Mhev 0.11%
  22. 22 Toyota Corolla Excel Hev Cvt 0.09%
  23. 23 Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi 0.09%

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 inscription missing or illegible fail an MOT?
Number plate inscription missing or illegible. Most commonly flagged on the SEAT Ateca SE Technology Tsi Evo. 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 inscription missing or illegible?
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 inscription missing or illegible 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.