"MOT Failure: Some factors that lead to a VT30 certificate"
"MOT Bilston, MOT Brierley Hill ( 650+ words)"
[ "MOT Failure: Some factors that lead to a VT30 certificateIf your vehicle fails its;MOT Bilston;test, you'll need to find out why. It's possible that fixing the problem which caused the initial failure will be enough to get your car approved at its next test (although it's worth checking if there are other things wrong with your car). If not, you might have to make some serious repairs or even replacement parts for it to pass.Here are all of the most common reasons for cars failing their MOT tests: 1) Brake Lights 2) Headlights 3) Exhausts 4) Steering 5) SuspensionBRAKESThe most common cause of failure across the board is brakes, which account for 11% of all MOT failures every year. Most cars will pass if their brake pads are less than 2mm thick, but this may vary depending on the vehicle.Warning light should come up in your dashboard when the brake pads are getting low, so if you ignore it, you could end up with a failure.Inspectors will test that both brake discs and pads are free from grooves which indicate that they need replacing, and they'll also check emergency brake effectiveness. This is when your car's handbrake is applied to see whether it can hold the car in place (known as the 'parking brake' effect)BODY CONDITIONYour body condition might seem like something which has no relevance to MOT tests whatsoever, but there's quite a lot involved in checking what shape a car's bodywork is in. Because not all of these things are easy for inspectors to measure, they'll fit your car's condition against a setlist based on what they can see.The first thing they're looking for is rust  almost every vehicle will fail if there's any corrosion around screws or jacking points on the bodywork. They'll also be checking that the paintwork looks alright and isn't wearing away too much where it takes most of its damage (such as behind-door handles).Panel gaps are also taken into account where  it might seem like this has nothing to do with safety, but some panels are more likely to come loose if there's an accident and block vital components such as brakes and fuel linesIf you're unable to pass this test, or if the bar is too damaged or broken, then you'll need to replace itHEADLIGHTS, EXHAUSTS, AND BODYWORK;These are the kinds of failures that vary most between car models. The first thing inspectors will check is headlight aim  if they're aimed too high or low, they won't pass, so you'll want to make sure this has been done correctly.Exhaust fumes should also come out through your exhaust pipe smoothly and quietly  any rattles, leaks, or misfires will fail hereAs above, they'll also be looking at your car's bodywork  rust and paint damage here can indicate problems with components such as the engine mountings and the suspension ball joints.ENGINE AND TRANSMISSIONYour car's cooling, lubrication, and fuel systems are all part of the engine and transmission section of an MOT test. Everything from the oil level to whether you've filled your windscreen washer with fluid has to pass here.If there's even a tiny amount of any liquid leaking from or around your engine, you'll need to have it fixed before you can take another testTechnical inspectors will also check that your clutch and gearbox aren't excessively noisy, and if there's too much play in them, you won't pass. This is because either could cause problems with your vehicle's ability to be driven safely, especially if the gears slip or grind while you're trying to change up to or down.SUSPENSION AND WHEELS;The technical inspector will check the suspension of your car, which means checking that both front and rear springs are in good order. This is to make sure that the wheels aren't pushing too hard on the strings, causing them to warp or break.More significant defects would include broken suspension components such as the front or rear suspension springs, dampers, and shock absorbers. Wheel bearings are also checked for excessive play in the wheel hubs, which would indicate they've worn out prematurelyThe inspectors will also make sure that your tyres don't have any cuts in them to a depth of 1.6mm, or bulges on the sidewalls to a depth of 3mm, which might mean your tyre's been run underinflatedCONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT;The MOT test will also check the condition of your vehicle's safety equipment, including your head restraints, wipers and washers, seat belts, and more.Anything which is missing or not working will result in a fail on the;MOT Brierley Hill;test certificate  unless, of course, it's been removed for a good reason, such as unsafe or faulty equipment." ]