"The new MOT guidelines you should know about"
"MOT Boosbeck, MOT Redcar"
[ "People living in the UK know quite well the importance of an MOT passing certificate. Driving a car without an MOT passing certificate may lead to a fine and points on your license. This can be bad, right?The test examines your vehicle to make sure that is roadworthy. It is an annual test and every vehicle 3 years or older needs to pass it. In May 2018, the UK government had added some new rules to this MOT Boosbeck. Most people are still not aware of them. So, why not learn about new rules and guidelines?;The New guidelinesThe major difference between the old and new rules is in terms of the passing / failing categories. Earlier, they used to categorise the vehicle as a pass, pass with some advisory faults, and fail. Now you are judges based on faults. They categorise the faults as dangerous, major, or minorWhen is it a FAIL?A vehicle fails the test when it is labelled as dangerous needs to be repaired. You cant drive it till the repairs are done.If You fail the test with major faults, you can still drive the car but only to take it for repairs. The issues need to be fixed as soon as possible.When is it a PASS?Your vehicle straight away passes the test if it meets all the legal standardsAn advisory note is given to vehicles that have some issues, which may need to be fixed in the futureMinor faults dont lead to a fail. But you are advised to get the issue fixed before it gets worseWhen can the vehicle be driven?The results of an MOT test can sometimes be confusing. You may not understand whether the car can be driven or not? Here Are some situations when you can or cant drive the vehicle.A car with a clear FAIL cant be driven unless the faults are fixed. Such vehicles are considered a threat to the environment and peopleA vehicle with a major fault can be driven if the older MOT certificate has not expired. But you will have to get the faults and issues fixedIt is best to get the MOT test conducted a month before the previous expires. This gives an assurance that you will still be able to drive the car even after it has failedHow and where to get the faults repaired?Most MOT Redcar test centres also do the repairs. You dont need to take the vehicle to another garage for repairs. This saves your time and energy. If somehow you wish to get the repairs done from some other service centre, you will have to do one of the two things.If the MOT certificate has not expired, you will be able to drive the car.If the certificate has expired and the vehicle has failed the test, you will have to get it towedHow is the retest done?An MOT retest can be scheduled at the same centre after the repairs have been done. The retest is free if done within 10 working days of failing the MOT.As the UK government is very strict regarding the driving guidelines, you should not take your MOT for granted. A 3-year old vehicle must pass this test, failing to do so may cost you some fine and points on your license" ]