MOT Test: An Essential Part of Owning a Car

1. Drivers from all parts of the world are aware of the requirement to get an MOT test done once the car crosses the mark of three years. This is legal in many countries such as the United Kingdom. However, many people are unaware of the steps to be taken in order to be able to undertake the test and obtain a certificate for ensuring the roadworthiness of their car. The MOT Boston test takes approximately somewhere between 45 minutes to an hour to be conducted by authorised repair facilities. In case your vehicle fails the MOT test, then it might take longer to fix and tackle the issues. A car is rendered to be dangerous if it fails the test, declaring it un-roadworthy to be driven on the road. This could have a direct impact on your driving license as well. Thus, it is always recommended to check for any faults in your car timely to avoid facing issues in the future. There are a few items that you could check yourself before taking your vehicle for a test. The MOT test is recommended by the Ministry of Transport to ensure that the vehicles meet the legal standards of road safety and adhere to the environmental standards. It is illegal in a lot of countries to drive a car without having a valid MOT certificate. In case, you have an expired certificate then the insurance of your car also stands invalid. These certificates change the tax class of the vehicle and thus are needed to tax a vehicle. This certificate is valid for a period of 1 year and requires to be renewed a month before it gets expired. You could book the date and time of the test as per your convenience at a garage near you. The main things checked during an MOT test are the essential parts of a car, like: • The body of the vehicle, its structure and other general items • The vehicle’s fuel system • The wheels and tyres of the vehicle • Tow bars of the vehicle • The exhaust emission of the vehicle

2. • The seatbelts of the vehicle • The exhaust system of the vehicle • The vehicle seats • The mirrors in the vehicle • All the doors of the vehicle • The vehicle’s load security • The registration plates of the vehicle • The condition of the horn • The external and internal lights of the vehicle • The vehicle’s bonnet • The washers and wipers of the vehicle • The suspension and steering abilities of the vehicle • The vehicle’s windscreen • The vehicle identification number (VIN) • The other electrical parts of the vehicle It is important to note that the test does not cover the engine, gearbox or clutch part of the vehicle. There are a few recommendations which would help your car to pass the MOT test at all costs. Hence, to prepare for the tests, you must take into consideration the mileage, age and condition of the car along with many other factors that may impact the result of the test. The following checks could be done prior to taking your car for the test: • All the external and internal lights, bulbs and indicators • The inflation levels of the tyres • The windscreen wiper condition and the fluid levels of the washer • The condition of the tyres for the tread depth or any damage • The windscreen for any cracks or chips The experts carrying out the tests are professionals in this field and would thoroughly examine the car to the best of their abilities. You have an option of booking this test online on the government site as well.