MOT Preparation Service

MOT Inspections

Our MOT preparation service includes inspecting (where applicable) the following:

Registration Plate
Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems
Exhaust Emissions
Road Wheels and Hubs
Size, Type and Condition of Tyres
Sideguards, Rear Under-Run Devices and Bumper Bars
Spare Wheel and Carrier
Vehicle to Trailer Coupling
Trailer parking and Emergency Brake and Air Line connections
Trailer Landing Legs
Spray Suppression, Wings and Wheel Arches
Cab Security, Doors, Floor and Steps
Seats
Security of Body, Containers and crane support legs
Condition of Body
Mirrors and Indirect Vision Devices
Glass and View of the Road
Windscreen Washers and Wipers
Speedometer/Tachographs
Horn
Driving Controls
Steering Control
Speed Limiter
Pressure/Vacuum Warning and Build Up
Hand Lever Operating Mechanical Brakes and Electronic Park Brake Controls
Service Brake Pedal & Operation
Hand Operated Brake Control Valves
Condition of Chassis
Electrical Wiring and Equipment
Engine and Transmission Mountings
Oil Leaks
Fuel Tanks and Systems
Exhaust Systems and Nuisance
Suspension
Axles, Stub Axles and Wheel Bearings
Steering
Transmission
Additional Braking Devices
Brake System and Components
Markers and Reflectors
Lamps
Direction Indicators and Hazard Warning Lamps
Aim of Headlamp
Service Brake Performance
Secondary Brake Performance
Parking Brake Performance
Other dangerous defects

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DVSA

Deficiency Categories

Minor

No significant effect on the safety of the vehicle/trailer or impact on the environment and other non-compliance.

Major

Deficiencies may prejudice the safety of the vehicle/trailer, have an impact on the environment, put other road users at risk or other more significant non-compliance.

Dangerous

Deficiencies constituting a direct and immediate risk to road safety or having an impact on the environment.

DVSA Forms

QUICK LINKS

The following links will redirect you to the official GOV.UK site with
the relevant information on the following categories:

Test Fees

Current DVSA Heavy
Goods Vehicle and Trailer Test Fees

TEST FEES

Tachographs

GOV.UK advice on the use of tachographs for drivers & operators.

TACHOGRAPHS

Recalls

Check if a vehicle, part or accessory has been recalled.

RECALLS