Man Tge 3.140 Auto
VanFrom 1,084 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm and engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. The top issue, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 18 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 18 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 17 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 16 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 13 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 12 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 8 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 30.4% of Tge 3.140 Auto failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 15.2% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £86.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84.5% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2020 | 86.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2019 | 85.3% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tge 3.140 Autos tested had between 70,131 and 114,903 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 82,628 median miles, the Tge 3.140 Auto has 0.018 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Man models
| Man Tge 3.140 | 81.9% |
| Man Unclassified | 83.7% |
| Man Tge 3.180 | 86.6% |
Common questions
What is the Man Tge 3.140 Auto MOT pass rate?
The Man Tge 3.140 Auto has a 85.1% MOT pass rate based on 1,084 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Man Tge 3.140 Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Man Tge 3.140 Auto is a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Man Tge 3.140 Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Man Tge 3.140 Auto is 82,628 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 70,131 and 114,903 miles.
Buying a used Tge 3.140 Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.