Carbodies Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Carbodies model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 485 real MOT tests.
Average Carbodies MOT pass rate: 78%
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Avg pass rate
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Models tested
Carbodies Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbodies Taxi/hire Car | 21% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues |
Most Reliable Carbodies Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Carbodies models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbodies Taxi/hire Car | 77% |
All Carbodies Models by Fail Rate
Every Carbodies model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi/hire Car | 1996 | 68% | 26% | |
| Taxi/hire Car | 1995 | 81% | 19% | |
| Taxi/hire Car | 1997 | 81% | 18% |
Carbodies MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Carbodies cars?
The most common MOT problems on Carbodies cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Carbodies diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Taxi/hire Car has the highest average fail rate at 21%.
Which Carbodies model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Carbodies model in our data is the Taxi/hire Car with an average MOT pass rate of 77%. View all Carbodies models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Carbodies?
The average MOT pass rate for Carbodies is 78%, based on 485 MOT tests across 1 models. This means about 22% of Carbodies cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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