MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30590

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

Total

7,876

Models

70

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 Nissan Interstar 6.00%
  2. 02 Nissan Kubistar 5.81%
  3. 03 Mitsubishi Delica 4.75%
  4. 04 Citroen Saxo 4.30%
  5. 05 Rover Mini 4.25%
  6. 06 Proton Jumbuck 3.94%
  7. 07 Mitsubishi Carisma 3.42%
  8. 08 Nissan Figaro 3.41%
  9. 09 Honda Civic Crx 3.27%
  10. 10 Renault R5 3.27%
  11. 11 Maserati Coupe 3.26%
  12. 12 Citroen Xantia 3.19%
  13. 13 Hyundai Coupe 2.84%
  14. 14 Peugeot 106 2.74%
  15. 15 Rover 620 2.69%
  16. 16 Nissan 300 ZX 2.65%
  17. 17 Dfsk Loadhopper 2.64%
  18. 18 Mitsubishi Shogun 2.58%
  19. 19 Volvo 700 Series 2.56%
  20. 20 Peugeot 306 2.45%
  21. 21 Renault Twizy 2.26%
  22. 22 Morris Minor 1000 2.25%
  23. 23 Mazda Eunos 2.25%
  24. 24 Saab 900 2.25%
  25. 25 Austin Mini Mayfair 2.24%
  26. 26 Nissan Sunny 2.23%
  27. 27 Austin Mini 1000 City E 2.13%
  28. 28 Honda Crx 2.13%
  29. 29 BMW 528 2.13%
  30. 30 MG B 2.07%

Top 30 by rate. 40 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£80–£240

for suspension bush / joint / spring. 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 steering rack gaiter or ball joint… fail an MOT?
Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. Most commonly flagged on the Nissan Interstar. 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 steering rack gaiter or ball joint…?
Typical UK garage cost for suspension bush / joint / spring is £80–£240. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix steering rack gaiter or ball joint… myself?
This repair typically needs workshop equipment — a lift and specialist tools. Most owners book a garage rather than attempt it at home.