Man Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Man model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 577 real MOT tests.
Average Man MOT pass rate: 92%
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Man Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xs Auto | 12% | ||
| 2 | Man Tge 3.140 | 11% | ||
| 3 | Man Tge 3.180 Auto | 4% | ||
| 4 | Man Tge 3.140 Auto | 3% | DPF/emissions, Lighting defects | |
| 5 | Man Tge 3.180 4x4 Auto | 3% |
Most Reliable Man Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Man models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Man Tge 3.140 Auto | 94% | |
| 2 | Man Tge 3.180 4x4 Auto | 95% | |
| 3 | Man Tge 3.180 Auto | 94% | |
| 4 | Man Tge 3.140 | 86% | |
| 5 | Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xs Auto | 88% |
All Man Models by Fail Rate
Every Man model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tge 3.140 | 2021 | 87% | 12% | |
| Tge 3.140 Lion Xs Auto | 2023 | 88% | 12% | |
| Tge 3.140 | 2020 | 85% | 10% | |
| Tge 3.180 Auto | 2022 | 91% | 7% | |
| Tge 3.180 Auto | 2021 | 93% | 6% | |
| Tge 3.140 Auto | 2019 | 94% | 3% | |
| Tge 3.180 4x4 Auto | 2021 | 95% | 3% | |
| Tge 3.180 Auto | 2023 | 98% | 0% |
Man MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Man cars?
The most common MOT problems on Man cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Man diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Tge 3.140 Lion Xs Auto has the highest average fail rate at 12%.
Which Man model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Man model in our data is the Tge 3.140 Auto with an average MOT pass rate of 94%. View all Man models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Man?
The average MOT pass rate for Man is 92%, based on 577 MOT tests across 5 models. This means about 8% of Man cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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