MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #31793

Seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended

Total

586

Models

65

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 Renault Grand Modus 2.89%
  2. 02 Audi All Road Avant 1.09%
  3. 03 Mercedes Benz Gla 200 Amg Line Auto 0.61%
  4. 04 Volkswagen Golf Style Tdi S A 0.61%
  5. 05 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo 0.60%
  6. 06 Renault Trafic Business Energy Dci 0.59%
  7. 07 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D 0.55%
  8. 08 Audi A1 Technik 25 Tfsi 0.52%
  9. 09 Peugeot 3008 Allure Puretech S/s 0.49%
  10. 10 BMW 330e SE Pro Auto 0.49%
  11. 11 Audi S4 Black Edition Tdi Quattro A 0.48%
  12. 12 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo D 0.45%
  13. 13 Volvo Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev Awd A 0.43%
  14. 14 Ford Focus Active X Edition Mhev 0.43%
  15. 15 Mercedes Benz Gla 200 Sport Auto 0.42%
  16. 16 Kia Sportage 3 Isg 0.42%
  17. 17 Vauxhall G Land X Bsns ED NV Prm Hyb4 A 0.41%
  18. 18 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo 0.41%
  19. 19 Volkswagen T Roc R Line Tsi Evo S A 0.41%
  20. 20 SEAT Ibiza FR Mpi 0.40%
  21. 21 Vauxhall Grandland X Business ED Nav T 0.40%
  22. 22 Mitsubishi Outlander Design Cvt 0.39%
  23. 23 BMW X5 Xdrive45e M Sport Auto 0.39%
  24. 24 Vauxhall Grandland 0.38%
  25. 25 BMW 330e M Sport Auto 0.38%
  26. 26 Volkswagen Tiguan Match Tdi 4motion 0.37%
  27. 27 Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev 0.37%
  28. 28 Renault Clio RS Line Tce 0.34%
  29. 29 BMW 218i M Sport Auto 0.34%
  30. 30 Land Rover Discovery Sport R Dyn Hse A 0.33%

Top 30 by rate. 35 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£60–£180

for seat-belt replacement. 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 seat belt buckle missing, damaged or… fail an MOT?
Seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended. Most commonly flagged on the Renault Grand Modus. 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 seat belt buckle missing, damaged or…?
Typical UK garage cost for seat-belt replacement is £60–£180. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix seat belt buckle missing, damaged or… myself?
This repair typically needs workshop equipment — a lift and specialist tools. Most owners book a garage rather than attempt it at home.