MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30971

Stop lamps all missing or inoperative

Total

203

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 Land Rover 88 2.17%
  2. 02 Reliant Robin 2.11%
  3. 03 MG Midget 1.60%
  4. 04 MG B GT 1.37%
  5. 05 MG B 1.30%
  6. 06 Triumph Tr6 0.92%
  7. 07 Caterham Seven (s3) 0.85%
  8. 08 Caterham Super 7 0.85%
  9. 09 Morgan 4/4 0.80%
  10. 10 Morgan Plus 8 0.69%
  11. 11 MG Rv8 0.68%
  12. 12 Morgan Plus 4 0.45%
  13. 13 Can AM Spyder 0.19%
  14. 14 Harley Davidson XL 1200 C Custom Sport 0.16%

Typical UK garage cost

£8–£35

for single bulb / lamp swap. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does stop lamps all missing or inoperative fail an MOT?
Stop lamps all missing or inoperative. Most commonly flagged on the Land Rover 88. 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 stop lamps all missing or inoperative?
Typical UK garage cost for single bulb / lamp swap is £8–£35. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix stop lamps all missing or inoperative 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.