"Why is an MOT so important?"
"MOT Manchester"
[ ";Why is an MOT so important?;An MOT test sends many people in nervousness at times. Thats becauseflunking the test is never an option. It can cost you hundreds of pounds inrepairs, and vast amounts on retesting as wellWell, that doesnt mean you start drawing tensity upon your nervesregarding this test. After all, this is mainly conducted to check theroadworthiness of your vehicles. Its for your own and other peoples safety.This test ensures that your vehicles dont become a nuisance for otherscommuting on the roadSo, this blog is going to educate you about everything youd like toknow about;MOT ManchesterLets start with understanding theterm firstWhat is MOT?;MOT, as we all know, is an abbreviation for the Ministry of Transport.Its a defunct government department, which is succeeded by the Department forTransport. This test examines the roadworthiness of your vehicles. Variousparts of the vehicle are checked, and then you are issued a certificate calledVT20When is your vehicle first due for MOT?;Your vehicle is first due for MOT when it gets three years old.Thereafter, your vehicle needs to take the test every yearHow can you know about the due date of the test?;The next date due is written on the MOT certificate that you get onclearance of the test. You can also know of the test on the government website.At times the garage also reminds you where youd get the previous test doneParts checked during MOT;Lights, body, vehicle identification number, seats, seatbelts, mirrors,exhaust system, fuel emissions, tow bars, tyres and wheels, bonnet, wipers andwasher bottle, windscreen, horns, steering and suspension and registrationplates are the parts examined in this testWhat is the cost of the test?;For cars and light vans, a garage can charge up to 54.85 as the maximumcharge. This cost covers material costs, labour cost and admin charges as wellWhere can you go for the test?;The best place is to go to a renowned garage for the test. The testingcentre has to display a blue sign with three white triangles on it. You canalso go to a council MOT centre for the test. At times, people find thesecentres more authentic as they dont have any vested interests regarding thetest like a garage. They cant carry out any repairs. They can only make thefaults explicit to you so that you can get them repaired from elsewhere.What if your vehicle fails the test?;Well, in such a case you are issued a VT30 certificate. Failing the MOTmeans you need to get some parts fixed and then appear for a retest onceeverything is repaired. If you appear for the retest within a period of 10working days, then youd be charged a partial fee amount.How can you prepare for the test in advance?;To avoid any kind of hassles later, prepare your vehicle for the test inadvance. Which means - Keep your car clean inside     and outside both, including the number plates. Windscreen wipers should be     in good condition. Most cars fail;MOT     Manchester;due to flickering lights. Dont let that happen with     your vehicle. All mirrors should be     intact. All the fluid levels should     be up to the mark. Check the tread and tyre     pressure in advanceBasically, if you keep your vehicle maintained at all times, then thepossibility of it flunking in the test reduces. So, take the MOT test in yourstride and dont be scared of it" ]