"MOT Check: What You Need to Know"
"MOT Check Tooting (Words-650)"
[ ";MOT Check: What You Need to Know;In the UK, it is necessary by law for all vehicles older than three years to pass an annual MOT Check Tooting test. To ensure it is safe to drive, the car will undergo a full mechanical and electrical check20% of drivers have driven a car at some point without a current MOT certificate, according to recent study from Halfords Autocentres. Forgetting when it was due is the primary cause by 64% of respondentsHowever, avoid doing this since you can incur a fine of up to &pound;1000 and have your insurance cancelled. Keep track of important dates like the MOT test and auto insurance renewal by organising your motor vehicle papersWhat is actually examined during a MOT test?;An MOT entails inspecting several parts of the carSuch as:;Horn: Other drivers should be able to hear the horn, and it should sound continuallyBattery - The battery should be secure and not exhibit any evidence of electrolyte leakageLights - All of the lights should be on and unobstructed. We&#39;ll examine the headlights to make sure they won&#39;t blind other motorists. In addition to front and rear headlights, fog, indicator, and license plate lights are also examinedSteering: Be sure you do it safely. A minimum quantity of power steering fluid is necessary if the vehicle has power steeringBrakes &ndash;The effectiveness of the brakes will get tested, and the pedals, brakes, and levers must all be in good working order. The pedal rubbers ought to be in good condition as wellSeatbelts &ndash; Check that every seat belt is in place and that it is securely fastenedWindscreen &ndash;No visible cracks or chips in the windscreen that might impair visibilityWindscreen wipers and washer bottle: The washer bottle must be functional and the wipers must work properlyExhaust and emissions: The exhaust system should not have any leaks, the emissions should be below acceptable limits, and the exhaust noise should be moderateTyres: Since the sole component of an automobile that touches the ground is its tyres, their tread depth shouldn&#39;t be less than 1.6 millimetres (mm), as doing so would violate MOT regulationsHow can I get my automobile ready for the MOT test?;If you plan your vehicle&#39;s MOT test up to one month in advance, the new certificate will still be valid for a year after the expiration of the previous oneTo boost your car&#39;s chances of passing the test the first time, it&#39;s important checking things like the tyres, lights, and windshield wipers in advanceWhat choices do I have if my automobile fails the MOT test?;As long as the present certificate is valid and there are no "serious" problems indicated, you can take your car somewhere to get it fixed, although it&#39;s recommended to have the test performed at a shop you can rely on to handle any repairsIt could be more cost-effective to trash an older vehicle if the repairs are more expensive than the vehicle is actually worthYou may appeal the decision if you believe it to be incorrectHow do I re-register my car for an MOT?;The car can submit for a partial MOT retest once the issues have been really fixedAs long as this take place within 10 working days of the MOT failing, you can receive a partial retest for free if you leave your car at the test facility for repairsDepending on how quickly you need your car fixed, the retest may or may not be freeWhat are MOT advisory notices?;Don&#39;t disregard an Advisory Notice you receive even if your car has passed its MOT Check Tooting. This applies to products that are currently functional but will require maintenance in the future, such as a tyre that is compliant but may soon be too worn." ]