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Automobiles that will be on the street should be kept in a state that is appropriate for roads. MOT examining guarantees that vehicles fulfil road safety and ecological specifications. When is an MOT due? If your car is new then you should have the first MOT 36 months from the date the car is registered. Take note that it is not from the date the car was signed over to you but in fact from the registration date on the V5 certificate. Cars over 3 years old require an MOT test to be conducted every 12 months. If you did not have the privilege of owning a brand new car you should have past MOT certificates from previous owners, from this you will be able to see when the next one is due. MOT Document The MOT certificate is from the garage area that performed your vehicles MOT examining. This certificate should be an authentic Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) certificate. It will provide the time and date of the test and when the next test is due. From the certificate you will be able to see what tests were performed along with your environmental emissions reading and whether or not your vehicle passed/failed and if so what needs to be carried out. It is vital to remember that an MOT certificate is not a guarantee that the mechanical elements are ok but a test to ensure it meets road safety. The MOT Test To see that your car satisfies the specifications to make sure that it is roadworthy there are a variety of assessments that are taken out including: 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 price of an MOT is around £40. Some car ports provide reductions if you pay for a service at the same time. If your car does not pass then you will need to make arrangements for the requirements to be fixed and retested, you will however need to pay again for the retest. MOT Testing Garage MOT testing will need to be conducted at a garage that is registered to do so.
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