"Your MOT checklist"
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[ "AShort analysis of the MOT ExamBeinga responsible vehicle owner, you must get the MOT certification ofyour vehicle when it is more than 3 years old from the date ofmanufacturing. As per the ministry of transportation in the UK, it iscrucial for all vehicles over 3 years old to have an MOT certificateto run on the road. The certificate is the representation of theroadworthiness of the vehicle and certifies that it is fit to be onthe roads. This certificate must be updated once every year. Forthat, the vehicle owner must ensure the best condition of the vehicleso that it passes all the levels of the MOT. If you are a new driver,this blog will inform you all about MOT, and things that you mustassessThingsto assess before your MOTAnMOT test can be easily passed if you sincerely take care of yourvehicle. Looking after the basic needs and requirements of yourvehicle and providing timely repairs and replacement will enable youto pass the MOTderbyhassle-free. However, there are a few things that you must assess toavoid falling into the pitfalls of failing the MOT. Some of the mostoverlooked aspects of the car are the ones that lead to MOT failure.Therefore, listed below are the pointers that you must get inspectedbefore you appear for the MOTYoumust keep your vehicle neat and clean. If your vehicle is dirty, it might lead the MOT inspector not to carry on with the exam.Thenumber plates of your vehicle should be clean and readable. You must not use any fancy font on the number plateBeforethe MOT, make sure the windscreen wipers, lights, tyres, treads,etc. are in the best conditionThemirrors in your vehicle must be clean and intact with the vehicle.It will ensure that you use them suitablyYourvehicle identification number must match with the records of the V5Clogbook, as marked on the bodywork of your vehicleWhento get an MOT?Asper the rules of the ministry of transportation in the UK, once avehicle is 3 years older from the date of manufacturing, it iseligible for the MOT test. This test must be attempted once everyyear. Once the vehicle passes the MOT, the owner will get the MOTcertificate that will be the date of the test mentioned on it alongwith its expiry. It will help you to know about the next time youneed to attempt the MOT testHowever,if your vehicle fails the MOT, you will not get the certificate. Atsuch times, you must take your car to a trusted garage, and fix allthe issues that led the vehicle to fail the test. Ask the garageexpert to inspect the car before you appear for the retest. You must,at all times, meet the minimal standard of the vehiclesroadworthinessIncase you have lost the MOT certificate of your vehicle, you canalways ask for a representative from the official website of theministry of transportation. By putting the registration number and your cars manufacturing, you can either download thecertificate or place an order of reprinting. On the official website,you can also check the status of your MOTWhatgets covered in the MOT?AnMOT is a thorough inspection of the vehicle and takes plenty of timeto ensure the roadworthiness of the vehicle. Therefore, you must beprepared for the test to take anything between 45 minutes to 2 and ahalf hours. After all, several things get covered in the MOT. Listedbelow are some of the areas that get covered in the test:SteeringwheelHornsand electrical equipmentTyresand wheelsSuspensionsVehicleidentification numberBrakesMirrors,windscreen and wipersExhaustand emissionsSeatbelts and seatsTheabove-mentioned pointers must be kept in mind to understand what getscovered in the MOT. However, there are exemptions as well. If a caris 40 years and above, it doesnt need to appear for an MOT test." ]