MOT cost .

MOT failure · RFR #30858

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

Total

567,062

Models

1205

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 Vauxhall Corsa Sri VX Line Nav Black 9.59%
  2. 02 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Edition TD S/s 9.54%
  3. 03 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Edition S/s 8.55%
  4. 04 Vauxhall Corsa Energy S/s 8.35%
  5. 05 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/s 8.10%
  6. 06 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/s 7.98%
  7. 07 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Dynamic S/s 7.94%
  8. 08 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto 7.77%
  9. 09 Citroen Berlingo 1000 EN Prise Bluehdi 7.77%
  10. 10 Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Edition S/s 7.68%
  11. 11 Vauxhall Corsa Sri Nav S/s 7.46%
  12. 12 Mercedes Benz Vito 110 Pure Cdi 7.36%
  13. 13 Citroen Dispatch 1400 EN Prise Bhdi SS 7.36%
  14. 14 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s 7.18%
  15. 15 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Edition S/s 7.00%
  16. 16 Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s 6.81%
  17. 17 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s 6.61%
  18. 18 Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Dynamic S/s 6.37%
  19. 19 Mercedes Benz Vito 110 Progressive Cdi 5.95%
  20. 20 Citroen Dispatch 1000 EN Prise Bhdi SS 5.84%
  21. 21 Citroen Dispatch 1200 EN Prise Bhdi SS 5.81%
  22. 22 Renault Clio Play Sce 5.62%
  23. 23 Vauxhall Corsa SE Turbo 5.52%
  24. 24 Peugeot 2008 GT Line Bluehdi S/s 5.48%
  25. 25 Vauxhall Corsa Sri Turbo 5.46%
  26. 26 Nissan E Nv200 5.45%
  27. 27 Peugeot 2008 Allure Puretech S/s 5.43%
  28. 28 Chevrolet Tacuma 5.30%
  29. 29 Peugeot Rifter 5.21%
  30. 30 Mazda Mpv 5.16%

Top 30 by rate. 1175 more models also logged this defect.

Typical UK garage cost

£20–£45

for wiper blade pair. Range covers regional rate spread + part-quality variance. Open the estimator →

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Frequently asked.

Why does wiper blade missing or obviously not… fail an MOT?
Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. Most commonly flagged on the Vauxhall Corsa Sri VX Line Nav Black. 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 wiper blade missing or obviously not…?
Typical UK garage cost for wiper blade pair is £20–£45. The range reflects regional labour rate differences and part-quality choices. Main dealer rates are usually 30–50% higher.
Can I fix wiper blade missing or obviously not… 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.