Understanding what happens during an MOT can ease anxiety and help you prepare.
Exterior Inspection
- Lights: Headlights, brake lights, fog lights, indicators.
- Mirrors: Secure and undamaged.
- Windscreen and wipers: Clear of obstructions or cracks.
Interior Inspection
- Dashboard warning lights.
- Seatbelts: Condition and operation.
- Horn: Operational.
Under-the-Bonnet Checks
- Fluid levels: Oil, brake fluid, washer fluid.
- Battery: Secure and undamaged.
Under-the-Car Inspection
- Brakes and discs: Performance and condition.
- Suspension and steering: Functionality and wear.
- Exhaust system: Secure and emissions compliant.
Braking and Emissions Test
- Brake force balance using rolling road.
- Emissions using gas analyzer.
Conclusion
An MOT is a thorough safety check, ensuring vehicles on the road are safe and eco-friendly.