If you are someone residing in the UK, and owning a vehicle which is going to be 3 years old or is older. It is by law the rule of the user owning a vehicle to get their vehicles checked for MOT tests. These tests help you to get your vehicle certified for use on the road which ensures your vehicle is safe to drive and allowed to be on the road for driving.
What is MOT?
MOT is a yearly test done for the vehicle owner living around the UK, owning a vehicle which is 3 years old or is getting older. MOT stands for (ministry of transport).MOT is a mandatory test to certify your vehicle that it is applicable for use on the road and that it's safe for the user. These tests help you to meet minimum road safety and keep the environment safe but also check the components of your vehicle like your steering suspension and brakes etc if each of these vehicle components is not checked thoroughly and doesn't pass the test without a certificate, your vehicle should not be driven around public roads.
Who checks MOT?
Your MOT is always checked by someone who is certified by (DVSA) DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY to get your vehicle checked. These tests are conducted to standards.
All the power is held by the DVSA-certified engineer for checking your vehicle to pass the test.
Also, make sure before giving your vehicle for MOT Test Corby, you get your vehicle components checked like brakes, lights, suspensions and steering lights all before giving your vehicle for MOT tests.
Note: - if any of the components do not pass the tests your MOT tests can be failed.
What to do if you fail your MOT test?
These MOTs often fail, maybe by the user because of some loss in steering or problem in suspension, or maybe the light of the vehicle is problematic. Note: - your vehicle light should be the light suggested in your manual, don't try to put an LED light in the vehicle. If you fail the tests you will be given a specified reason why you failed the tests in the vehicle, and get your vehicle checked in the following 10 working days.
Can you drive around your vehicle while you fail your MOT tests?
No, there is no problem in driving your vehicle, but it is said if you drive around your vehicle, there could be a chance to get legal problems, penalties and fines which can add points to your driving licence.
What are the most common things which are checked in tests of your vehicle?
Let's find out about the common components which are always checked in MOT and vehicle maintenance. Some of the common points are: -
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Brakes: - your vehicle brakes are checked regularly in MOT to check the vehicle braking performance, so always make sure that your vehicle brake is fixed ensuring safety.
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Lights: - the light of the vehicle lights is an indicator of visibility, so always check your lights before using your vehicle if you are driving around a dark area, to see the road potholes, you need to get your vehicle checked.
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Suspension: - the suspension is an important part which aligns both the tyres of the vehicle. To get your vehicle balanced you should get your vehicle checked to get the suspension done, so to save it from disbalancing the vehicle.
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Steering: - the vehicle’s steering works as a major part of your vehicle to get it in the same lane, so with time please check your vehicle’s steering.
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Engine oil: - the engine is the powerhouse of a vehicle, with the regular use of the vehicle the oil gets dirty and used. So you should regularly check your vehicle’s engine to get your engine working properly and efficiently and your vehicle running efficiently.
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Tyre: - the tyre is an important part of the vehicle too, for running on the road your tyre should be of great quality for using it on road, with the regular use of it tyres fall out and lose their rubber and blowout. So with time you should get your tyre checked and aligned.
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Tread depth: - the tyres should always be 1.6mm aligned, it's a legal requirement if you are driving your car, the minimum tread of 1.6 mm is a must so always make sure to get your tyre tread depths.
So in the above blog these are all the detailed descriptions of MOT, what it is, who checks your MOT and how to pass the test, what to do when you fail the tests, and all the detailed descriptions about the test and also tips to take care of your tyres and vehicle maintenance.
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