MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #40289

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

Total

871

Models

106

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 Lexmoto Lxr 125 SY 125 10 4.28%
  2. 02 Lexmoto Venom 3.14%
  3. 03 Qingqi QM 1.80%
  4. 04 Lexmoto Zsx 1.73%
  5. 05 Yamaha YS 125 1.68%
  6. 06 Yamaha NS 1.62%
  7. 07 Lexmoto Echo 50 E4 1.33%
  8. 08 Royal Alloy GT 125i 1.28%
  9. 09 Sinnis ZS 125 86 Terrain 1.24%
  10. 10 Yamaha XC 125 E Vity 1.19%
  11. 11 Yamaha XC 1.12%
  12. 12 Keeway Superlight 1.08%
  13. 13 Honda Cbf 125 M A 1.07%
  14. 14 Benelli Tornado Naked T 125 1.06%
  15. 15 Honda Sh125 1.01%
  16. 16 Aprilia RS 0.99%
  17. 17 Kawasaki Er5 0.99%
  18. 18 Peugeot Speedfight 0.99%
  19. 19 Sym Jet 0.96%
  20. 20 Kawasaki ZX 7R 0.92%
  21. 21 Piaggio Zip 0.88%
  22. 22 Lexmoto Milano 0.88%
  23. 23 Aprilia Unclassified 0.88%
  24. 24 Peugeot Tweet 0.87%
  25. 25 Yamaha Xv1100 0.80%
  26. 26 Yamaha Sr125 0.80%
  27. 27 Honda Glr 0.76%
  28. 28 Kymco Agility 0.75%
  29. 29 Scomadi Turismo 0.74%
  30. 30 Yamaha XJ 6 N 0.66%

Top 30 by rate. 76 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£10–£80

for headlamp aim / lens restoration. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does the aim of a headlamp is… fail an MOT?
The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. Most commonly flagged on the Lexmoto Lxr 125 SY 125 10. 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 the aim of a headlamp is…?
Typical UK garage cost for headlamp aim / lens restoration is £10–£80. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix the aim of a headlamp is… 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.