Parking Brake Efficiency Below Requirements: MOT Fail
Failed your MOT for parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))? Here’s exactly what it means, what causes it and how it’s safely repaired.
Failed MOT for a Split CV Boot? What It Looks Like
Failed Your MOT for a Split CV Boot? Here’s What It Actually Looks Like If you’ve recently failed your MOT because of a split CV boot, you’re not alone. It’s one of those faults that many drivers have never heard of until it appears on their MOT certificate. At Lindleys Autocentres, we carry out thousands…
Dangerous MOT Failure On Ford Fiesta In Carlton
Ford Fiesta Fails MOT In Carlton Due To Dangerous Suspension Defects When a customer recently booked their Ford Fiesta into Lindleys Autocentres Carlton for a routine service and MOT test, they weren’t expecting the vehicle to fail with dangerous defects. Like many motorists, the customer had not noticed any obvious issues during day-to-day driving. However,…
Tesla MOT Nottingham: Do Teslas Need an MOT?
Tesla MOT Nottingham: Do Teslas Need an MOT? Looking for a Tesla MOT in Nottingham? You’re not alone. Tesla ownership has grown dramatically across Nottinghamshire and the UK over the last few years, particularly following the huge success of the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y. As more drivers make the switch to electric vehicles,…
Lindleys Autocentres Ranked 3rd Best MOT Centre In UK On Trustpilot
Lindleys Autocentres Ranked 3rd Best MOT Centre in UK on Trustpilot At Lindleys Autocentres, we’ve always strived to provide honest, reliable, and quality service to our customers and now super proud to announce some incredible recognition for that commitment. We are currently ranked as the 3rd best MOT centre in the entire UK on Trustpilot.…
How To Check The MOT History Of A Car
How to check the MOT history of a car If you own a car or are looking to purchase a used one, then understanding the MOT history of the vehicle in question is paramount. Knowing whether or not your car is safe to drive is something that shouldn’t be ignored, but how do you even…
How Much Does An MOT Cost?
How much does an MOT cost? In the UK, annual MOT tests are a legal requirement for vehicles over 3 years old (Unless they have an exemption). Driving without a valid MOT certificate is illegal, you risk a fine and points on your driving license, in some scenarios, there is also the possibility of being…
Printed MOT Test Pass Certificates Scrapped
Printed MOT Test Pass Certificates Scrapped From April 29, 2024, the DVSA has advised all garages to no longer issue printed MOT pass certificates in a bid become more environmentally friendly. Customers can now access and print or download their own MOT pass certificates via the government MOT history website. In a blog post, the…
The Most Common MOT Failures Of 2023
The Most Common MOT Failures Of 2023 As a responsible vehicle owner, ensuring your car passes its MOT test is essential for both safety and legal reasons. However, each year brings new challenges as vehicle technology evolves and regulations change. In 2023, certain trends emerged regarding the most common MOT failures in the UK, shedding…
Replacing A Lost MOT Certificate
How To Replace A Lost MOT Certificate Printed certificates are not something we’re used to in the post-Covid-19 world, yet paper MOT pass certificates are still very much in use and helpful in certain scenarios. One of the most significant times you’ll need the paper copy of your MOT test certificate is when you are…