The permission to drive even after not having the MOT test certificate is only for those vehicles which have not completed 3 years after registration. For Taxis, Ambulances and Private Passenger Vehicles, this is only for 1 year. The owner has to face certain consequences if he continues to drive the vehicle after this period. The charges can go up to £2500 if it is found that there is a major issue. The matter does not end here because after covering three points of any penalties, strict steps are taken regarding the license. Hence, you have to clear this test to get official permission for it. Every centre is bound to conduct all the inspections as determined by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Their objective is just that they hold legal compliances, match the environment and road safety standards. You must prepare your vehicles in the same way. If you need guidance for this you can also take it from our blog. We have shared the list of all those components that testers check to release the MOT result. 

Exhaust: 

It is a crucial and big part of our vehicle. Its contribution is important for everything from running the engine smoothly to keeping the environment safe. The reason is that it helps in reducing its harmful gases to a safe level. If this were not there, all the toxicants could get mixed in the air and become a cause of danger. Many components are involved in it, like catalytic converter, muffler, tailpipes, exhaust pipes, resonator, oxygen sensor, turbocharger, diesel particulate filter and others. In MOT, all these conditions are given deep attention, so immediately look for Exhaust Repair Coventry if you have even a little doubt or have not paid attention to their inspection for a long time.

Windscreen and Wipers 

From a safety point of view, the windscreen also undergoes MOT testing. You need to prepare well for it as the tests consider even a small fault in it. According to DVSA policy, a crack visible on it indicates another risk. Make sure it fits in the entire frame. If you are hearing sound from it while driving, then it requires emergency maintenance. You should remove the sticker as it may distract the driver's view if anything like that. If, while doing a visual check, you feel that the edges of the screen have turned white or yellow, then do not take it lightly at all, as it could create problems in passing the test. You should also get the wipers professionally repaired or replaced if they are not in the right condition in any way, cracking or not cleaning the screen efficiently. 

Horn: 

This ensures a smooth and safe driving experience. Their quality is judged on many factors related to their sound in the MOT. One should not set such a tune which disturbs the peace of others, is frustrating and does not match the minimum legal standards. Don't forget that they may get rejected due to noise pollution. You can get their wiring checked by going to a shop if their volume is not satisfactory. They need to respond quickly as you blow the horn; if they are delaying, then something is wrong with it.

Suspension:

Any one of their issues compromises safety. Their responsibility is not just limited to making the ride comfortable because they also make other parts feel smooth and prevent hits received due to road bumps, potholes or any kind of imperfect road surface. Therefore, it is impossible to fulfill multiple needs without DVSA, including them in the inspection list. There are some symptoms by which you can easily identify whether the system needs health treatment or not. If the wheels are misaligned, one part of the tyre is worn more, the car starts to pull to one direction, and a bouncy ride experience.

Brakes: 

Since driving is incomplete without them, it cannot be ignored under MOT Coventry. All its components should be found in optimal conditions. This is not only necessary for testing, but its perfect functioning is always a requirement. These should fully control the speed. When this system deals with the issues, we get several symptoms, which, after understanding them, we should be ready for quick repairing only. For instance, uneven tyre wear and early damage, difficulty steering to handling the car during its running movements, burning smell, suspicious noises like grinding, squeaking, whining, and vibrations, brake pads touching the floor when pressed, etc. We are not pointing out that we should only depend on these, as this is also a support otherwise, and these should be done regularly. 

The testing list is still incomplete, that is why we are advising drivers to well prepare their vehicle for this test. Bonnet catch, doors, mirror,wipers, lighting, entire fuel section, body, attachments, structure, seats, vehicle registration plate, overall condition of seatbelts, horn, steering, battery, wires, tyres and wheels are the other names. It would be worthwhile to invest in a servicing plan for the vehicle, as it consists of multiple checkpoints. This includes all those which are also noted at the MOT centre.