The knowledge: Spring assisters and bump stops
...of vans we see for MOT testing). Both types act by stiffening the suspension once deflection of the base spring reaches a certain point, affording maximum comfort whether the vehicle...
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Your questions answered: November 2013
...are the implications for MOT? A - Stop lamp emergency braking operation should not cause problems either at annual test or roadside. This is because the stop lamps will not...
Do I have to jack the rear of a Class 5 lightweight vehicle?
...those with a Design Gross Weight (DGW) of more than 5000kg. As the threshold for Class 5L is 5000kg, the rear axle of these vehicles must be jacked in order...
Horror story: Squeaky brakes
...an RfR for a rodent trapped in the brake calliper. So assuming the brake operation and performance isn’t impaired it has to be ‘Pass and Advise’ on this one. ...
Garages removed from MOT scheme to be made public
DVSA will be publishing details of Vehicle Testing Stations (VTS) that have been removed from the MOT scheme following formal disciplinary action. DVSA have agreed with Ministers to make the...
Your feedback about Matters of Testing
...suggestions for new subjects you would like to read more about and we are already planning to incorporate them in future articles. The results are very positive The results tell...
When is a modified vehicle a rally car?
...towing eyes painted a distinctive colour. When there is doubt about whether a vehicle is a competition rally car, the presenter is responsible for providing proof to convince the tester...
Horror story: Looking tired
...owner thought the tyres may be getting a little worn and asked Tim Ferris of Ferris Garage Limited to order some in for its MOT. I don’t think Tim or...
Horror story: Bit of a knock
...a knock when driving around corners. Apparently it turned out a new ball joint was fitted only 1 week before at a different garage. Unfortunately for the owner, not only...
Your details needed to help you switchover to new MOT testing system
...to your DVSA Direct profile If you’ve signed up for Matters of Testing email alerts, we’re also asking you to add your VTS device 'User ID' to your alerts profile....