"Tyre maintenance and the MOT test"
"MOT Milton Keynes ( 650+ words)"
[ "Tyre maintenance and the MOT testTo steer clear of any damage to you or your car, it is pivotal to have your car regularly maintained. Most car owners have no inkling of the difference between MOT and car servicing. This leads to legal complications as the car has not cleared the right test as per the rules. In this article, the distinction between car servicing and MOT is provided in detail.MOTsThe MOT Milton Keynes test is conducted annually where the safety of a vehicle, exhaust emissions, roadworthiness (if the vehicle concerned is fit to be on the road) is tested. Cars and motorcycles which are more than three years old are legally obligated to take this test. Sometimes, one-year-old taxis and ambulances are also asked to take the testThe car is visually inspected and dismantling its components and parts are prohibited. It makes it hard for the technician to pinpoint where the car needs repairing, although the task is not impossible. Since the government agency decides on the criteria of the inspection, the MOT test is identical for all carsThe MOT test aims to determine whether a car is adhering to the rules and regulations regarding road safety. The following parts of a car are put under the test Windscreen conditionTyres;Brakes of the vehicleSeat beltsSteeringSuspensionIf a cars test results are not up to the mark after completion of the test, an 'Advisory' notice is given to the owner by the technician. The owner has to address and deal with the notice as urgently as possible. In the event of failure of the test, various changes are made to the car in the Testing Station to bring it up to the set standard, and is usually given a re-test for free.If you are an owner or a prospective buyer of a car, you can keep track of your cars MOT status online. It will provide you information about the previous check (date, mileage, and the date of expiry).CAR SERVICINGIt refers to several procedures carried out serially after a definite interval of time or if a car has covered a specific amount of distance. The car manufacturers decide the particular service intervals.Car servicing has no legal recommendation but rather it is a personal choice in addition to the MOT test to identify any defects in the working of a car. Regular Car servicing means early detection of any anomaly, preventing it from becoming a major issue and costs more money. It also guarantees the safe, dependable, and proper functioning of the car, ensuring a safe drive all year. Car servicing prolongs the lifespan of a car and helps in retaining the cars value if the owner wanted to sell it at any point. Maintaining a proper service history also builds on the cars resale value.Car servicing is of three kinds-INTERIM SERVICINGSpecifically developed for a user of a high mileage car, interim servicing (also known as basic servicing) is a 6 month, 40-point check. It provides routine checks in brake, steering, and suspension and a change of oil and filterFULL SERVICINGIt is a year-long service that spans over 69 adjustments and individual checks. The mechanical and electrical system is given an in-depth inspection and the essential fluids like oil, brake fluid, coolant, and power steering fluid are given a top-up. The technician will dismantle the brakes for a thorough check-up.MAJOR SERVICINGMajor servicing entails a complete check-up of the car where all the necessary maintenance along with required replacements of the defective parts are covered. This service is generally done every two yearsWhen you take your car for servicing in a garage, recheck what services are available under the service plan chosen by you. This is because services vary from garage to garage, which means there is a possibility of you ending up having to pay for services that are not needed." ]