"Guidelines to a successful MOT test"
"MOT Whitchurch"
[ "Guidelines to a successful MOT testCars that have surpassed three years are required to get an MOT testdone every year to ensure their roadworthiness. It is important to read andknow what is to be done before, during and after an MOT test to be on point.MOT Whitchurch;needs to be conducted post three years from thedate of the cars registration. Post the first test, a retest would be carriedout each year to get a certificate of assurance from the Ministry of Transport.The certificate has a date on it and also mentions the date of expiry for youto remember. The next test should be done before the expiry date ends. In caseyour car fails the test, then you can take your car away if the currentcertificate reads that there are no problems and it is valid. If you chooseanother garage for the test post being declared failed, your car still needs topass the minimum levels of roadworthiness.If your certificate is missing or you have lost it, you may log onto thegovernment site and get a copy of your certificate. You would just be requiredto type the registration number of your car along with its make. This wouldprovide you with information about the tax and MOT status, all in a matter of aclick and seconds. You could avail a new certificate and get a replacement forthe lost one. It is also important to know that there is no grace period givento get a MOT test done. If the certificate has expired, it would be consideredillegal to drive your car on the road. Driving without a valid certificatewould be risky and punishable by law. The only exception is that you can takeyour vehicle to get an MOT test done, showing proof that your test slot hasbeen booked in advance.To prepare for an MOT test, you must prepare a checklist, a few weeksbefore the inspection date to ensure your vehicle is in a good condition. Thiswould help you in fixing the issue beforehand and avoid any inconvenience to becaused to you and people around. The checklist should ideally include thefollowing:;Cleanliness ofthe car inside outWindscreen wipersshould be checkedThe number platesshould be clean and readableThe tyre pressureand depth of the tread must be checkedThe horn must becheckedThe lights on thedashboard must be monitored and checked thoroughlyThe oil and fluidlevels (brake fluid and screen wash) must be checked as wellAll the mirrorsand windows front as well as rear ones must be checked for any cracks orbreakageThe brakes of thecar should be inspectedThe doors and allthe openings must be checkedThe bodyworkshould be checked for any sharp edgesThe exhaustsystem and the gas emissions must be checked to avoid any kind of smokeSeatbelts andseats must also be screenedThe steeringwheel should be ridden and checkedThe car tyres andwheels require a thorough look from all anglesThe tow barshould be seen for any damage or corrosionThe vehicleslogbook must have the correct VIN number, i.e. Vehicle Identification Number.In the end, ensurethat you get your test done from a trusted and reliable repair facility with therequired certifications from the government. In case you pass completely, youare safe but in case of detection of minor faults, you must get them repaired,without having to ignore them. This otherwise might lead to you fail the nextround of MOT test." ]