"What to know about the MOT test?"
"MOT Test Bolton ( 650+ words)"
[ "What to know about the MOT test?A lot of accidents happen on roads because of improper maintenance of the vehicles. Therefore, proper maintenance of vehicles is mandatory for car drivers. However, a lot of drivers do not maintain their cars because of laziness or to save on maintenance costs.Whatever the reason is, it is a bad habit to avoid proper car maintenance. Therefore, the Government of the UK has determined to test the health of vehicles every year by taking a test that usually checks the roadworthiness of the vehicle.This test is essential for all car drivers after the third anniversary of the vehicle. Therefore, if you got your new car three years ago, it is the correct time to learn a lot of things about the MOT test. This blog is about a lot of essential things that you must know before you submit your vehicle for the test.Have a glance!How to get your first MOT?It is easy to get your first MOT in a nearby MOT centre. Authorized MOT centres are working across the country. You have to register at the MOT centre to have the test. They will provide a date on which you have to reach the centre with your vehicle. Suppose you reach the centre in the morning, leave your vehicle in the centre for the entire day because the tester may take considerable time in checking your vehicle.You will have a certificate after clearing the testIf the tester is sure that your car has no faults and it is safe for running on roads, they will give you a certificate that will prove that your vehicle is roadworthy. Note that this certificate is valid for one year and you have to take the test again after the certificate expires.Which components are checked during an MOT?The MOT test is going to check almost every component of the car. The MOT department has made a predefined list to be checked.The test is going to check bodywork, brakes, doors, horn, headlights, seat and seat belts, doors, drivers view, windscreen wipers, emission, fuel system, mirrors, tyres, exhaust, registration plate etc.What are the Criteria for failing the MOT test?Usually, the faults are divided into three categories: minor, major, and dangerous.Minor faults in your car indicate your car is quite safe for roads but it is not in perfect condition. The driver may get an advisory to repair the faults as soon as possible and the car usually clears its test.Cars fail their tests due to major or dangerous faults. If your vehicle has dangerous faults, you have to repair the faults to get the car rechecked. You can repair the test with the help of another garage but you have to tow your vehicle since they would not allow you to drive your vehicle. Major faults also will be a reason for the failure but you can drive your car to your desired service centre for repair work.What to do when your vehicle fails its test?As mentioned above, your car fails its MOT test due to major or dangerous faults. You have to repair these faults as soon as possible to be able to get a retest. The retest is possible if you can repair the faults within 10 working days. If you fail to repair the faults within 10 days, you need a full MOT test again to prove the roadworthiness of the vehicle.If you are fully confident that your car has no major or dangerous faults, appealing against the decision is also an option. While you choose this option, the department will give you a date for the test again. You have to pay the full fee for the test and this fee is only refundable when you are successful in your appeal.What if your car fails the test and the existing certificate is also valid?Legally, you can drive your car with your valid certificate but it is not a recommended way after your car has failed its MOT test. You shouldn't drive your car and try to have the MOT Test Bolton again after getting the faults repaired." ]