"10 Situations When You'll Need to Know About MOT Test"
"Citroen MOT Northampton, Mot Northampton (750 words)"
[ ";10 Situations When You'll Need to Know About MOT TestYour MOT certificate is your vehicle's passport to the world. It proves that it's safe and legal to drive on public roads, so you'll need this document if you're planning any journeys beyond where you live. With everything from speed limits to passing through toll booths relying on having the correct records, what happens when your MOT expires? You'll need to get yourself booked into a garage for an inspection. Here is our guide of 10 situations where you might need an MOT test:1) The Minimum Mileage Has Been ReachedAn annual test isn't enough  most cars require a Citroen MOT Northampton every year if they are over three years old (from the date of first). Once this time is up, you'll need to present your car for inspection. If you've passed the mileage limit and simply want a regular MOT, you can also pay to have a voluntary test done  but it's always best to do this before your annual one runs out.2) The Car Has Been Sold Or StolenYour current owner will have their name on the V5C vehicle registration document. As long as they're still using the vehicle, that's all that matters for an MOT  but if it passes into new ownership or is stolen and recovered without being crushed, you'll need a fresh certificate for any documentation purposes.3) Your Car Has Been ModifiedIf you've fitted anything to your car, an aftermarket parts supplier  or if you've fitted it yourself  you'll need to make sure that modifications don't alter its road legality. If they do, an MOT certificate will be void and illegal to drive until the vehicle has been modified back to the factory specifications.4) Any Repair Work Has Been Carried OutIf a car or van fails its MOT test because of non-compliant issues such as defective lights or worn tyres, there is no legal requirement to repair these problems in time for retest within 14 days. However, providing you're able to provide proof that repairs have already been carried out should not pose a problem. Even pressing matters like registration transfer can wait a couple of days while a defective tyre is replaced right?5) Any Recall Work Has Been Carried OutIf there's been a safety issue with your car  such as faulty Takata airbags  and the manufacturer has had to carry out a recall on the vehicle, you'll need to ensure that this has been done. An MOT will be required, and failing it for not proof of work carried out might result in an unscheduled visit from an authorized dealer or mechanic They're probably going to go ahead and perform the service again anyway, though.6) Your Vehicle Is Being Used as Promised on SaleWhen you buy second-hand (or even brand new) from a dealer, they should give you a valid V5C document stating all owners, mileage, and any outstanding debt to be paid on the car. If there is no MOT certificate with this on, you will need one to transfer the vehicle into your name.7) Your Vehicle Has Been Brought Over From Another CountryIf you're bringing or sending a used motor over from another EU country, it must first be registered as either 'new' or 'used' within that member state  and then can be brought over here. Provided its documentation is transferred across with it (and has an up-to-date MOT), this process shouldn't cause too much of a headache But if your paperwork isn't valid, things might become more complicated.8 ) You Are Taking Part in Motorsport EventsMotorsport events  including track days  require you to have a valid MOT certificate if your vehicle will be taking part. Class B (comprising cars with a gross weight of not more than 3,500kg) means an annual test due on the anniversary of its first registration. If you're driving something more prominent, it'll need an MOT every six months as per standard rules.9) You Need to Use Your Car as Part of WorkIf your car is classed as business use, and you use it to get to and from work, there are no specific rules for how often you must present it for MOT Northampton testing. However, we recommend that any motor used regularly in this way should be to at least one inspection annually.10) It's Time for a Service!MOT tests are not required when your car is due for its annual service. So, if you've just had one performed by your local garage or dealership, you should be okay to get behind the wheel without any problems Although it might still be worth checking out the above points before assuming that everything is okay!" ]