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Consider 8 questions before an MOT service

by Central Auto Repair Services Car Tyres Worthing

An MOT service is helpful not just to your safety but also to the life and performance of your vehicle. If you're a new car owner approaching the end of the three years, it's time to start thinking about which MOT test centre to choose. However, with so many alternatives, picking just one MOT test centre might be difficult. Finally, you must be aware of the requirements for selecting a store. However, today's focus is not on how to find the best MOT Worthing test centre; rather, it is on considering 8 questions when it's time for the MOT test of your vehicle. As a consequence, it will assist you in passing the test.


Does your car need an MOT test?


This is the basic question that every car owner has to answer. Indeed, if your car has crossed 3 years, you will have to go for an MOT test. In the UK, every single vehicle; motorbikes, passenger vehicles, and commercial vehicles need an MOT test once a year. A car has to be in its roadworthy condition, if it's not, it may harm you or other passengers on the road. Remember, getting an MOT service is totally different from a normal vehicle service. The main difference between both is an MOT service checks the vehicle will be safe on the road. On the other hand, normal service is for the mechanical health of a car.


When will you have to go for an MOT test?


As I have mentioned above, when your vehicle crosses the 3 years of its lifespan, go for the MOT service. After passing the test, you will get a certificate. You have to show the certificate whenever you get caught by the traffic police. An MOT test also depends on the vehicle type. Every vehicle owner has to renew the certificate every year. But small vehicles need to renew the certificate 1 month before the next test. The vehicle that has 16 seats; goes for the test after 12 months.


What car parts come under an MOT?


The engine clutch and gearbox are the only things that are not tested in the MOT. Apart from that, Tyres, brakes, wheels, lights, mirrors, bonnet, suspension, seatbelt, seat, doors, windows, windshield, horn, battery system, electrical wiring, steering, fuel system, exhaust system, exhaust emission, wipers, washers, body structure and registration plate needs to test in the MOT.


What does it mean by an approved test centre?


A test centre that is approved by DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standard Agency) is an approved test centre. You should choose an approved test centre; it means you will get highly experienced and skilled professionals, advanced equipment, high standard work on time, good for every year MOT test, etc.


What happens when your vehicle doesn’t pass the MOT?


If your vehicle fails the test; it is not able to match the level of roadworthiness, safety and environmental criteria set by the UK government. Eventually, you can’t drive your vehicle on public roads.


What should you do when your vehicle fails the test?


Your vehicle needs to go for an MOT retest. learn about the parts that were responsible for failing the MOT. Remember, you have to pass the test in any condition, whether your car needs 2 tests or 5.


What are the ways to increase the chance to pass an MOT test?


Indeed, millions of vehicles fail their MOT test. However, you should follow some tips before going for the test. Maintain your vehicle and check every part of a vehicle that comes under the MOT. visit a garage and go for repair or replacement of any parts that are in bad condition. Check the parts that are the reason for most vehicle MOT failures. The parts are as follows; bulbs, tyre and windscreen washer fluid.


What should you do when you lose the MOT passing certificate?


First of all, don’t panic when you lose your vehicle MOT certificate. Indeed, you can get a reissued MOT Worthing certificate for your car without going for the other test. You have to give your car registration number and original MOT test number. You should also give your vehicle a V5C number.


So these were the 8 questions you should ask yourself. These questions will help you to choose the right test centre, to pass the MOT and other things.


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