MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30845

Obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively damaged or insecure

Total

44

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 Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue 0.59%
  2. 02 Renault Trafic Sl28 Sport Energy Dci 0.58%
  3. 03 Renault Trafic Sl28 B Ness+ Energy Dci 0.53%
  4. 04 Ford Benimar 0.31%
  5. 05 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi 0.30%
  6. 06 Volkswagen T Roc R Line Tsi Evo S A 0.27%
  7. 07 Ford Transit 460 Trend Ecoblue 0.26%
  8. 08 Mercedes Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4M 0.17%
  9. 09 Vauxhall Corsa SE Nav Premium 0.15%
  10. 10 Audi A3 Technik 35 Tfsi 0.13%
  11. 11 Suzuki Vitara SZ T Boosterjet Mhev 0.13%
  12. 12 Audi E Tron Technik 50 Quattro 0.11%
  13. 13 Honda Jazz EX I Mmd Cvt 0.07%
  14. 14 Mini Cooper S Electric Level 2 0.06%

Typical UK garage cost

£8–£60

for mirror glass / housing. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

Pre-empt this fail · Amazon UK

Replacement wing mirror glass

A cracked mirror glass on the offside is a fail; nearside is an advisory. £8 of self-adhesive replacement glass clears it.

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Frequently asked.

Why does obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively… fail an MOT?
Obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively damaged or insecure. Most commonly flagged on the Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue. 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 obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively…?
Typical UK garage cost for mirror glass / housing is £8–£60. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively… 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.