"How To Prepare Your Car For The MOT Test?"
"MOT Leeds"
[ "How To Prepare Your Car For The MOT Test?The Ministry of Transport Test, or in layman terms, the MOT test is a security measure for the vehicles implemented by the United Kingdom to keep a check on the vehicles and whether they are roadworthy or not. During the course of 1 hour, the examiner checks various parts of the vehicle, starting from the number plate to the windscreen. The MOT test only covers the scrutiny of a few parts of the vehicle and not all. The MOT test is taken annually once the car has completed three years of purchase. If you regularly maintain your vehicle, then the MOT Leeds test will feel like a piece of cake, no matter how tricky the test gets. Even if a few checks are made before the test, it can ensure the smooth sail of the test. If you fail the test, then you are not allowed to leave until and unless the required amends are made. Preparing your car before the test can save you both time and money afterwards. Here are a few tips on how to prepare your car for the MOTCleaning your car properly;On the outside, your vehicle may look just fine, but the MOT test looks very deeply. Statistics show that out of every five days, one is bound to fail the test. The reason might be as trivial as not cleaning the windows or mirrors. Wash your car properly before the test. Make sure to clean the number plate; the registration number should be very clearly visible and properly attached to the car.Remove any stickers, toys that would cause hindrance to the view of the driver. Don't forget to top up the windscreen wash. Checking the functioning;Checking the brakes, lights, seat belts, etc., is crucial before the MOT Leeds because these are the most common reasons for failureSeats and Seatbelts: Make sure that all the seatbelts fasten securely and are not broken from any part. The front seats should be easily adjustable; the latch shouldn't be jammedLights and Indicators: You may require your friends help while checking the functioning. Have them stand outside the car while you check the indicators and headlights one by one. If any of the bulbs are blown, you can change them yourself only. They are a pretty easy fix. MWindscreen Wipers: The wipers should be perfectly placed without any cracks or holes and should be able to clean the windshield properlyBrakes: Test the handbrakes and foot brakes beforehand only and get them fixed before the test if any problemHorn: The horn should be loud enough for the pedestrians to hear and make way for the vehicleTyres: The tyres should have adequate pressure. Make sure to check the pressure in each tyre before going to the test. Also, according to the rules set, the tread pattern shouldn't be deeper than 1.6mmEngine and Oil Fuel;Carrying an MOT test without sufficient fuel will automatically make you fail the test. Apart from the examiner not being able to conduct the test, if you fail to the minimum fuel level, he can turn away the vehicle even before starting the test. Therefore, it is important to top up the oil fuel a day or two before the test. Don't take any chances, and make sure you top up the fuel level to a maximumKeeping these small things in mind can help you save your precious time and money. You should be confident when it comes to different aspects of your vehicle to be assessed, so keep a checklist while researching" ]