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What is included in the MOT test?
Vehicle structure: Free from excessive corrosion or damage in specific
areas, no sharp edges.
Fuel System: No leaks. Cap fastens and seals securely. The fuel cap
will need to be opened. Make sure the key is available.
Exhaust emissions: Vehicle meets the requirements of exhaust
emissions, dependant on the age and fuel type of the vehicle.
Exhaust system: Secure, complete, without serious leaks and silences
effectively.
Seat belts: All the seat belts installed are checked for type, condition,
operation and security. All compulsory seat belts must be in place.
Seats: Front seats secure. Front and rear backseats can be secured in
the upright position.
Doors: Open and close. Latch securely in closed position. Front doors
should open from inside and outside the vehicle. Rear doors may need to
be opened to gain access to testable items.
Mirrors: Presence, condition, security.
Brakes: Condition, operation and performance (efficiency test). Note the
removal of the road wheels is not part of the test.
Tyres and wheels: Condition, security, tyre size/type and tread depth.
Spare tyres are not inspected.
Registration plates: Condition, security, digits correctly formed and
spaced.
Lights: Condition, operation, security and correct colour. Also the
headlamps will be checked to see if the aim is correct.
Bonnet: Secures safely in the closed position.
Wipers/washers: Operate to give the driver a clear view ahead.
Windscreen: Condition and driver’s view of the road.
Horn: Correct operation and the right type.
Steering and suspension: Correct condition and operation.
Vehicle identification number: Not more than one different
identification number should be present on a vehicle first used on
or after 1 August 1980.
An MOT certificate confirms that
at the time of the test, without
dismantling, the vehicle met the
minimum acceptable environmental
and road safety standards required
by law. It does not mean that the
vehicle is roadworthy for the life of
the certificate. The test does not
cover the condition of the engine,
clutch or gearbox.
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