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16.7%fail rate

Midtec Convertable MOT failure rate

What a Midtec Convertable fails its MOT on, from real DVSA test data, and the part that resolves each item.

Based on 18 MOT tests in DVSA data.

We hold 18 MOT tests for the Midtec Convertable in the DVSA data. That is a smaller sample than our high-volume models, so treat these figures as indicative rather than definitive.

On what we have, about 16.7% fail, most often on visibility/wipers, lamps & electrical, steering, fuel system. For a precise picture of your own car, use the registration check on the home page. Confirm any part against your registration or VIN before buying.

What it fails on, and why

Visibility/wipers66.7% of failures

Visibility failures include torn or smearing wiper blades, a washer jet that does not reach the screen, and chips or cracks in the driver's swept area. Blades and washer fluid are quick, cheap fixes.

Lamps & electrical33.3% of failures

Lighting is the single most common MOT failure and the cheapest to put right. A blown headlight, brake-light or number-plate bulb, a cracked lens, or a headlamp beam that points too high or low will all fail. Most are a two-minute bulb swap.

Steering33.3% of failures

Steering faults are typically worn track-rod ends or ball joints, play in the rack, or a split gaiter letting grease out and dirt in. Excessive free play at the wheel fails.

Fuel system33.3% of failures

Fuel-system failures are leaks or an insecure filler cap.

The parts that fix each

If your car has just failed, you have 10 working days to fix the items and get a free partial retest. These are the usual parts; confirm the exact fitment against your registration or VIN before buying.

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Other models

Midtec Spyder MOT failures13.6% failure rateMidtec Spider MOT failures35.7% failure rateFord Fiesta MOT failures27.1% failure rateFord Focus MOT failures26.1% failure rate

Sources: DVSA MOT History API: MOT test results and defect data ยท DVSA MOT testing data for Great Britain