MOT (Ministry of Transport) testing is a visual inspection of your automobile, the inspection criteria is set by the Government agency DVSA, which is why the test is the same for all cars. This test checks whether or not the vehicle is in a roadworthy condition. It is not similar to the regular Car Repair Morecambe, the test doesn't inspect the car's general mechanical condition but there is a list of car parts that are checked during the assessment.
This examination is generally performed on vehicles over 3 years of age. A vehicle must be able to confirm a certain set of emissions and safety criteria, to pass this test. The requirements may differ according to the vehicle's age, class and size. The car may fail the test if any faults are identified in it as illegal or dangerous. After MOT failure, the car can be kept at the garage for repair and, again, go for a retest within 10 days.
Post passing the test, the vehicles are provided with an MOT certificate which is valid for 12 months from the expiry date of the previous certificate. It is important to note that driving with an expired certificate will charge you a penalty. So, if your MOT certificate's expiry date is near, enrol for an MOT test at Westgate Tyres. We are a team of highly professional technicians who provide authorized MOT.
MOT Checklist
During an MOT inspection, these parts of the car are tested:
Lights - All the lights, such as - rear, front, fog, rear reflectors, indicator, registration plate lights must be positioned correctly and should be in a good condition.
Horn - It should be loud enough to be heard by others and must emit a continuous sound.
Electrical Wiring - Every single wire in the car should be secure with no damage.
Steering - Here, the strength of the steering wheel will be checked to ensure no wear or damage to the components.
Towbar - This may not apply to all the vehicles, but it does to you, then the technicians will check the tow bar operated trailer parking lights, brake lights, rear fog lights, etc, are in good working condition.
Battery - There should be no sign of electrolyte leakage in the battery.
Seatbelts - Seatbelt's general condition and its ability to secure will be inspected.
Suspension - Suspension system components and shock absorbers will be tested for any fractures, corrosion, and distortion.
Tyres - The tread depth of the tyre must not be below the legal limit of 1.6 mm. They will also be checked for wear and large cuts.
Exhaust - If the car was originally fitted with a catalytic converter, it should be present at the time of testing as well. The exhaust system will be assessed to ensure it is secure with no signs of leakage.
Brakes - To ensure efficiency and effectiveness, the condition of brakes, pedals and levers are checked.
Emissions - The emissions of your car should fall under the legal limit. It will be checked by the tester using a gas probe when the engine is running to test the exhaust emissions.
Fuel System - The fuel system of your car should be leakage-free and the tank cap should be securely sealed.
Mirrors & Wipers - Both the rear and front view mirrors must be secure and clear. And, wipers should be functioning optimally.
Windscreen - In the front of the driver, there should be no more than 10mm damage on the windscreen and in the outside area, the damage should be no larger than 40mm.
Why do you need an MOT?
The purpose of the MOT assessment is to make sure that the vehicle is meeting the minimum safety level which is required by the law. Without a current MOT certificate, you will be restricted from driving your car lawfully and you won't be able to renew your road fund licence.
Also, if the vehicle has met with an accident, you will be asked to generate a new MOT certificate to be back on the roads. And, if you are seeking to claim an insurance policy after an injury, the claim will be affected because of the absence of an MOT certificate.
So, as soon as your turn comes up, schedule your appointment for MOT Morecambe with Westgate tyres!
