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For the past month we have been busy redesigning the site. We are Going to be building a database of MOT garages around the country to make booking an MOT as easy as 123 (Excuse the cheese)We have added a usefull resource to the site where our users can scan and upload their MOT failure sheets, the reason behind doing this is the general public can comment on those failure sheets whether it be to advise on a price for repairs, for speculation of the the failures that have been issued or simply to be ammused at the three pages of problems someone has been issued.
This will also give users a guide for buying a car and car repairs. MOT Failure Section
We have recently added a Mock MOT test section so you can prepare you vehicle for its MOT.
As well giving you a place to find an MOT garage with ease, we will have information on:
- What is an MOT for and whats involved
- MOT Cost
- MOT Garage and Dealerships Website Design
- Common MOT Failures
Over the next few weeks the site will be updated so check back regulary.
But wait there's more, we're going to have car tax prices, current fuel prices and insurance advice.
What is an MOT test and what does it involve
An MOT is is a road safety measure to ensure as much as possible that all cars are road worthy at the time of passing.Vehicles less than 3 years old to not require an MOT until the date required.
The purpose of the test is to ensure that all vehicles are properly maintained and examined once a year by an authorised MOT test station to make sure they comply with certain requirements of the law.
Remember- the test certificate relates only to the condition of the testable items at the time of the test and should not be regarded as evidence of their condition at any other time, it should not be accepted as evidence of the general mechanical condition of the vehicle.
Your vehicle & The MOT Test
If you have a vehicle that is more than 3 years old it will need an MOT test each year to ensure that it meets at least the minimum road safety and environmental standards.The test is used to check a number of items on the car for problems, The reason this was introduced was the problems arrising from unroad worthy cars and the impact they can have on the road.
The test
MOT tests are carried out at garages authorised to do so by the Vehicle Inspectorate to carry out the following tests. The autorised mot stations are identifiable by the blue, 3 triangle MOT Sign.
What items are examined for faults in an MOT test?
Lighting Equipment, Stop Lamps, Reflectors, and Direction IndicatorsFront and rear position lamps, rear registration plate lamps, rear fog lamps
Headlamps
Stoplamps
Rear reflectors
Direction indicators and hazard warning devices
Headlamp aim
Steering (including suspension)
Power steering
Steering control
Steering system
Suspension - general
Rear suspension and rear wheel bearings
Shock absorbers
Front suspension, front wheel bearings and driveshafts
Brakes
Parking brake lever mechanism
Hand operated brake control valves
Service brake control
Anti-lock braking system
Mechanical brake components
Hydraulic, air and vacuum systems
Brake performance
Tyres
Tyres
Roadwheels
Seat Belts
Seatbelts
General Items
Drivers view of the road
Wipers
Washers
Windscreen
Audible warning (horn)
Exhaust system
Exhaust emissions -petrol & diesel
General condition of vehicle
vehicle structure
body security
body condition
doors
load security
spare wheel and carrier
seats
Mirrors
Fuel system
Registration plates and VIN details
Below is a list of the current MOT test fee's correct at time of writing
The MOT test fee's
Classes I &II (Class I engine size up to 200cc)
Vehicle Type |
Age First Test Certificate Required (Years) |
Fee |
Motor bicycles
|
3 |
£23.80
|
Motor bicycles with side car
|
3 |
£30.40
|
Class III (up to 450kg unladen weight
Vehicle Type |
Age First Test Certificate Required (Years) |
Fee |
3 Wheeled Vehicles
|
3 |
£30.40
|
Classes IV & IVa (Class IVa includes seat belt installation check
Vehicle Type |
Age First Test Certificate Required (Years) |
Fee |
Cars (up to 8 passenger seats)
|
3 |
£44.15
|
Motor Caravans
|
3 |
£44.15
|
Dual Purpose Vehicles
|
3 |
£44.15
|
PSV's (up to 8 seats)
|
3 |
£44.15
|
Ambulances & Taxis
|
1 |
£44.15
|
Private Passenger Vehicles & Ambulances (9 - 12 Passenger
Seats)
|
1 |
£46.15
|
Class IVa
|
£51.55
|
Class V (with more than 13 passenger seats)
Vehicle Type |
Age First Test Certificate Required (Years) |
Fee |
Private Passenger Vehicles & Ambulances - 13 - 16 passenger
seats
|
1 |
£47.95 |
Private Passenger Vehicles & Ambulances - More than 16 passenger
seats
|
1 |
£65.00
|
Class Va (includes seatbelt installation check)
Vehicle Type |
Age First Test Certificate Required (Years) |
Fee |
13 - 16 passenger seats
|
|
£64.85
|
More than 16 passenger seats
|
|
£100.40
|
Class VII
Vehicle Type |
Age First Test Certificate Required (Years) |
Fee |
Goods Vehicles(over 3,000kg up to 3,500kg DGW)
|
3 |
£47.20
|
Duplicate Certificates
Maximum fee for duplicate test certificate
|
£10.00
|
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