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Vehicles that will be on the road should be kept in a condition that is suitable for the road. MOT testing ensures that vehicles meet road safety and environmental standards. When to have an MOT If your car is new then the first MOT is due when the car is three years old. This is not from the date you were signed over the car but the date that the car was registered. This can be found on your V5 also known as a 'log book'. If you have a used car then you should have the new V5 as well as past MOT certificates or garage stamps in the user manual. This will tell you if the car has had any problems and has failed in the past or whether your car has had to have anything replaced in order to pass the MOT. MOT Certificate The MOT certificate is issued by the garage that carried out your vehicles MOT testing. This certificate should be a genuine Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) certificate. It will give the date and time of when the test was carried out, the due date of your next test, whether your vehicle met environmental and road safety standards set out by law. It must be noted that the MOT certificate is not a guarantee that the mechanical elements of the car are ok, it only ensures that the car is roadworthy. The MOT Test To see that your vehicle meets the requirements to ensure that it is roadworthy there are a number of tests that are carried out: - Body structure
- Fuel system
- Exhaust emissions
- Seat belts
- Seats
- Doors
- Mirrors
- Load security
- Brakes
- Tyres and wheels
- Registration plates
- Lights
- Bonnet
- Wipers and washers
- Windscreen
- Horn
- Steering and suspension
- Vehicle Identification Number
Cost of MOT Testing The cost of an MOT is around £40. Some garages offer special discounts if you book a service at the same time. If your vehicle fails the MOT then you will need to arrange for the requirements to be bought up to standard and then pay again for the MOT certificate. Most people get their car fixed and have a re-test at the same garage due to convenience. MOT Testing Garage You will need to book your MOT test at an authorised garage. There are about 19000 of them across the UK so finding on isn't hard. When you spot the blue three triangles logo this shows an authorised test station. MOT testing at Unipart Car Care Centres offers a friendly, professional service Nationwide.
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