7 Pre MOT tips to help you pass first time

wezsmith — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 14:16:04 +0000

7 Pre MOT tips to help you pass first time

Did you know, many cars fail their MOT due to minor issues many of which could be avoided. Follow our 7 easy pre MOT checks to give your car the best chance of passing;

Lights:

Are they all working? Check all your bulbs including Rear Lights, Headlights & Side lights, Indicators, Hazard Lights and Number Plate Lights

Tyres:

Check your tyres are they the right shape and size? check the tread depth, the legal Minimum is 1.6mm, check for lumps or cuts on the side wall.

Wipers:

Check for holes or tears in the rubber. Do they fully clean the windscreen?

Brakes:

Make sure your footbrake and handbrake work correctly and there are no obvious leaks, check the car does not pull when braking, examine the brake discs for warping or scoring.

Reg Plates:

Make sure your number plates are secure, clean and readable! There are also rules regarding fonts and spacing so might be worth checking the government website for requirements.

Dash Warning Lights:

Make sure warning lights come on with the ignition and go off as they should. Warning lights that stay on can have a negative impact on your MOT. Also check your speedo is working!

Seats & Seat-belts:

Does the drivers seat adjust forwards and backwards? Are the seat-belts in good condition without frays or splits? Pull the seat-belts out and check they all work in their buckles. Give the seat-belts a hard tug to check they are working.

2 Bonus Tips:

Make sure your horn works and is loud and clear and Top your screen-wash up!

We hope you find these tips useful and if your MOT is due why not book now using our free online booking system. Our class 4 car MOT is only £35.00.

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What is an MOT?

wezsmith — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 14:11:28 +0000

What is an MOT?

An MOT (Ministry of Transport test) is an annual safety check that ensures your vehicle meets the minimum road safety standards, including regulated exhaust emissions levels.

During an MOT, various components of your vehicle will be checked to ensure that they meet the legal standards and that your vehicle is safe to drive.

If your car passes its MOT, it may still have minor faults (which should be fixed as soon as possible to prevent it getting worse). It could also be passed with advisories, which means you should keep an eye on the issue and repair it if it gets worse.

Without a valid MOT, your car is not considered roadworthy; you won’t be able to renew your vehicle tax or insurance, and in short, you won’t be able to drive your car.

If your car is over three years old, you are legally obliged to have an MOT. If you struggle to remember your MOT due date, you can sign up for government reminders by email or text message.

What’s checked during the MOT?

During an MOT test many aspects of your car are inspected, including the following:

Body Structure
Brakes
Tyres & Wheels
Exaust System & Emmissions
Suspension & Steering
Fuel System
Seat Belts
Mirrors
Lights
Horn
Windscreen, Wipers & Washers
Seats
Doors
Number Plates
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

When should I book the MOT?

MOTs must be carried out every 12 months for vehicles three years old or over. If your car was brand new when you bought it, it will need its first MOT on its third anniversary.

You can put your vehicle in for its MOT test up to 28 days in advance of the expiry date without losing any days on the certificate. So, for example, if the MOT is due on 30 April and you have your car tested on the 15 April, your MOT will run up until 30th April of the following year.

If your car MOT is due why not use our online booking system to book your MOT. Book here

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