Most common MOT failure items
What are the things that cause the most MOT failures, and how has the MOT test developed over the decades?...
Nearly 50% of all faults found on cars during MOT tests involve minor issues such as blown light bulbs, and worn windscreen wipers and tyres.
The most common MOT fail reason is lights are:
Lights and indicators – 19%Suspension – 13%Brakes – 10%Tyres – 8%
The history of the MOT test
1960
MOT test covering brakes, lights and steering is introduced in the UK for all vehicles when they are 10 years old and in every subsequent year.
1961
First MOT test moved to seven years of age.
1962
MOT test introduced for commercial vehicles.
1967
First MOT test moved to three years of age.
1983
First test for ambulances, taxis and all vehicles that can carry eight passengers or more becomes an annual requirement.
1994
Diesel emissions test added to MOT test.
2012
MOT test information goes online and people can check a vehicle’s entire history.
2012
Vehicles’ recent mileage history recorded on the MOT test certificate.
