How to avoid the most common MOT fails? There are many common MOT fails which can occur on your vehicle, some of which can easily be avoided with a little bit of extra care.
The MOT is the most common and most popular legal requirement in the UK. It is designed to test the roadworthiness of your vehicle. An MOT (Ministry of Transport) test is a safety check that your vehicle requires to undertake every 3 years to ensure it meets the law on exhaust emissions, brakes and steering.
When your car is due an MOT, there are many common failures including loose number plates, worn tyres, balding suspension and a faulty horn just to name a few.
Tyres
Without a doubt one of the most common causes of an MOT failure is a vehicles tyres.
Tyres are one of the most crucial components of your car. They allow you to steer, stop, and accelerate as well as ensuring a safe and comfortable ride.
It is recommended that you check your tyres once a month for any damage that could cause an MOT failure including punctures, pressure, bulges and tread depth. Regular checks can help improve the tyre life expectancy on your vehicle as any issues left untreated can lead to numerous possible issues.
Headlights
If your low beam headlight, sidelights, indicators or reversing lights aren’t working properly it could mean a failure in your MOT test.
It is a good idea to check all your vehicles lights on a regular basis to make sure that they are all working correctly.
Regularly checking for any cracks in your lights is also recommended as this can lead to future problems with your lights including faulty and broken bulbs.
Brakes
It is predicted that 1 in 10 MOT failures are due to issues with a vehicles braking system.
Your brakes are a vital part of your vehicle. A vehicle with faulty brakes may not be able to stop in the event of an emergency, making you and your passengers more vulnerable to an accident.
It is important to always try and listen out for squealing, grinding or any unusual noises that could be coming from your brakes as this can be a sign of problems with your brake pads or even your handbrake.
Suspension
Everyday problems with your suspension can sometimes be hard to notice and not be very obvious.
If your vehicle is having a rough ride when driving on bumpy roads & when cornering it can be because of issues with your vehicles shock absorbers and springs.
Driving your vehicle more carefully over speedhumps and avoiding potholes can help reduce chances of issues with the suspension occurring when undertaking an MOT test.
Booking an MOT online with Lindleys Autocentres is very easy. Simply enter your registration, choose your desired location and time slot to suit you at one of our 7 MOT branches across Nottingham.
There is no need to pay online for your MOT booking, simply pay on collection of your vehicle from the branch. All our MOT centres are DVSA regulated so you can be sure your car will be in the best possible hands during the course of an MOT.
