Why it’s important to check for corrosion
Corrosion is a common problem we’re sure you’re all aware of. It can make vehicles extremely dangerous to drive and in some cases can cause a vehicle to fall apart while it’s being driven.
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The MOT nightmares before Christmas
Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat, and someone, somewhere, is merrily driving along in a dangerously unsafe vehicle. As an early Christmas present for you, here’s a selection of the juiciest things MOT testers have found over the last few months.
Halloween horror stories
Seeing as it's Halloween, we thought we’d show you some of the more horrific and scary things MOT testers have found over the past few months.
Hints and tips: registering a vehicle
It’s easy to fall into bad habits when testing regularly or under pressure. Here are 6 simple tips that should help keep vehicle registration smooth and your customers happy.
Horror Story: Braking bad
Here are some examples of brake defects that could all have serious road safety implications.
Improving skills and standards through MOT annual training
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJh96W7Rllk&feature=youtu.be We’re introducing a new model of annual training and assessment to replace the former refresher course to help improve road and vehicle safety.
MOT annual training: individual and group training
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0-kZTtPrsw In these videos, we spoke to testers who took part in the annual training pilot to get their feedback.
The MOT headlamp aim test is changing
From 24 March 2016, we’re changing the way headlamp aim is measured on the MOT test. The new method is just a few simple changes and you don’t need new equipment.
How the MOT disciplinary process works
The Case Review Team deal with all disciplinary cases against Nominated Testers and Authorised Examiners. For minor shortcomings they’ll usually offer advice or guidance, but for more serious cases they may take formal disciplinary action.
Online tools to help vehicle owners
There’s a range of web-based tools you can use to put your customers in the driving seat and help them keep their vehicles on the road.