Man 8-163 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 89 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Man 8-163 MOT Reliability Overview
The Man 8-163 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 89 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.0% and a failure rate of 36.0%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Man 8-163 earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Man 8-163 presents for MOT with approximately 138,001 miles on the clock. The 2000 manufacture year performs best with a 68.8% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Man 8-163 is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, affecting 19.1% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Steering at 19.1%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 18.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 46.1% | 41 |
| 2 | Suspension | 24.7% | 22 |
| 3 | Steering | 20.2% | 18 |
| 4 | Brakes | 11.2% | 10 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 6.7% | 6 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.6% | 5 |
| 7 | Tyres | 4.5% | 4 |
| 8 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 4.5% | 4 |
| 9 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 2.2% | 2 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.1% | 1 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 138,001 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.33 | 46.1% | 41 |
| Suspension | 1.79 | 24.7% | 22 |
| Steering | 1.47 | 20.2% | 18 |
| Visibility | 0.90 | 12.3% | 11 |
| Brakes | 0.81 | 11.2% | 10 |
| Body & Structure | 0.41 | 5.6% | 5 |
| Tyres | 0.33 | 4.5% | 4 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.16 | 2.2% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.08 | 1.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Man 8-163 has 138,001 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Man 8-163 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.61% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Man 8-163 MOT Data
The Man 8-163 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 89 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.0% and a failure rate of 36.0%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Man 8-163 owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and steering for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 8-163 is likely to perform.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 19.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 19.1% of MOT failures on the Man 8-163. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Steering — 19.1% of failures
Steering issues account for 19.1% of MOT failures on the Man 8-163. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 18.0% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 18.0% of MOT failures on the Man 8-163. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Man 8-163?
Based on 89 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Man 8-163 has an overall pass rate of 64.0% (36.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Man 8-163?
The top 3 reasons a Man 8-163 fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (19.1%), 2. Steering (19.1%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (18.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Man 8-163 reliable?
With a 36.0% MOT failure rate, the 8-163 is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Man 8-163?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (19.1%); Steering (19.1%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (18.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.