British Transport Secretary Ernest Marples introduced the MOT test for the first time in 1960. The initial test required all vehicles to be at least 10 years old, and it was repeated annually after that. The test should happen more frequent as a result of the high failure rate.

Do I need a MOT for my car?

Currently, a new car must pass a MOT test once it turns 3 years old and thereafter yearly to remain on the road. On the government website, you can check if your automobile needs a MOT and when it is due because all MOT Luton test centers report their results to a single database.

• How much time does a MOT require?
• Typically, a MOT lasts 45 min to 1 hour.
• Why do cars need an inspection?

To ensure that they meet roadworthiness requirements, vehicles must have a current MOT, which should have an annual renewal. Driving a car without a MOT is not right unless you are going to a test center for a scheduled appointment.

How is a MOT Test conducted?

• An MOT entails inspecting several parts of the car.
• Horn: The horn must be loud enough to be heard by other drivers and should continuously blow.
• Battery - The battery should be secure and not exhibit any evidence of electrolyte leakage.
• Lights - All of the lights should be on and unobstructed. In addition to front and rear headlights, fog, indicator, and license plate lights are also examined.
• Steering: Be sure you do it safely. A minimum quantity of power steering fluid is necessary if the car has power steering.
• Brakes: The effectiveness of the brakes will be tested, and the pedals, brakes, and levers must all be in good working order. The pedal rubbers ought to be in good condition as well.
• Seatbelts: Ensure that every seat belt is in place and that it is fastened securely.
• Windscreen: No visible cracks or chips in the windscreen that might impair visibility.
• Windscreen wipers and washer bottle: The washer bottle must be functional and the wipers must work properly.
• Exhaust and emissions: The exhaust system should not have any leaks, the emission levels should be below acceptable limits, and the exhaust noise should be moderate.
• Tyres: Since the sole component of an automobile that touches the ground is its tyre, it is prohibited and a MOT failure if the tread depth is less than 1.6 millimeters. Failure will also occur if the tyres are worn out or under-inflated.

Per worn tyre, drivers face a fine of £2500 and three penalty points. A £10,000 fine and a license suspension might be imposed if it is discovered that the car has all four tyres with tread depths below the required level.

MOT Myths

"My car won't need water in the washer bottle to pass a MOT," - False, the car needs to work and have washing fluid. If the washer bottle is empty, the operation will fail.

As insignificant as it may sound, "Windscreen stickers could lead in a MOT fail" is accurate. Failure will arise from the presence of stickers, fluffy rolls, air fresheners, and other obstructions to the driver's vision.

Automobile with a missing registration plate could nevertheless pass a MOT inspection. False. The car must have installed registration plates with legible numbers and letters.

It is true that broken windshield wipers would cause a failure; wipers should work properly and be free of harm.

If wipers fail to remove debris from the windscreen, the car will malfunction.

What occurs following the test?

You will receive a list of everything that the technician tested after the test, along with the outcome, which will either be:

• Pass
• Pass with warnings
• Fail with significant or hazardous flaws

What if my automobile doesn't pass its MOT?

You will never receive a fee that you weren't expecting if your car breaks down or if the technician determines that repairs are going to be required soon.

What transpires when the car passes?

An MOT and emissions certificate will be given to you when you pick up the car.

We are DVSA-approved and can MOT Luton any type of vehicle, including automobiles, trucks, and HGVs. When you hire us to complete the task, we'll make sure that our skilled specialists perform it to the highest standards.

If you have a hectic schedule, we can even make arrangements for the vehicle to be taken and returned to you at a time that works for you, whether it's from your home or place of employment.