We provide MOT’s for a wide range of vehicles in Class 4, 5 and 7, this includes:
Cars
Vans
Long Wheelbase Vehicles
Vehicles up to 5 Tonnes
Quad Bikes (All Terrain Vehicles)
16 Seater Vehicles
MOT Test
If your vehicle is 3 years or older you are required by law to have an annual safety check, the ministry of transport test, commonly known as the MOT Test. Free 10 day mot test included providing repairs are carried out in house, there are many items that still qualify for a free MOT retest within 24 hours of test, please check in store for a comprehensive list or gov website https://www.gov.uk/getting-an-mot/retests
The purpose of the MOT test is to ensure the vehicle meets the minimum safety level required by law.
During the MOT test the nominated tester, a person authorised by the government body called VOSA (Vehicle and Operator Services Agency) will conduct an inspection and a comprehensive series of checks around the vehicle, including the interior, exterior, under the bonnet and under the vehicle. The result of each check is recorded- if the vehicle passes a VT20 ‘pass’ certificate is issued. If the vehicle fails to meet the required standard a VT30 ‘failure’ document is issued. Items that are not quite a failure, but worthy of a mention to you so you can keep an eye on them are drawn to your attention as ‘advisory’ items.
It is your responsibility to ensure your vehicle is examined every 12 months. Without a current MOT certificate, you will be unable to drive your vehicle lawfully or renew your road fund license. Recent computerisation of the MOT testing system by VOSA means police and mobile camera units can now check remotely to see if your vehicle has a current MOT.
The penalty for not having an up to date MOT certificate could be a fine. Also if the vehicle is involved in an accident you may be asked to produce your MOT certificate. An insurance claim could be affected by the absence of your MOT, especially in the case of injury.
Did you know that you can also have your vehicle tested up to a month before your current MOT expires and still retain the anniversary date? If you take a look at your current MOT certificate under the Additional information section, you will see: To preserve the anniversary of the expiry date, the earliest you can present your vehicle for test is: (DD Month Year)
If you cannot find your current MOT certificate, no problem, this link will allow you to check online: https://www.gov.uk/check-mot-history All you need is your vehicles registration number (VRM) and make.
Having your car MOT tested could not be easier, simply call into our testing centre or call 01280 822 822 to book a date and time.
