Urban myths of the MOT test
...you to test outside of your normal hours, provided that tests continue to be carried out in accordance with the requirements. If you intend to offer extended hours on a...
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Indicator tell-tale lamp not working?
Question: If a directional indicator tell-tale lamp is inoperative, could the ticking of the flasher relay be used as an audible warning in its place? Answer: In short, yes. Direction...
Clocking up the mileage
...tells you how to do this. Press F5 on the VTS Device to bring up the Guide. The issuing VTS can only correct a mistake in the vehicle’s colour or...
Making it easier to check if a vehicle has an MOT
The information in this blog post may now be out of date. See how to check the MOT status of a vehicle. You can find out a vehicle's MOT and...
Switching over to the new MOT testing system
...an AE-by-AE basis, making the most important 'testing' part of the system immediately available to the group of garages who move to the new system in April 2015. Other non-testing...
How do I test a binding brake?
Back in August 2014, we limited the options for ‘item not tested’ on MOT comp to include only the mandatory measured items, eg brake performance, headlamp aim and emissions. Since...
Everything you need to know about switching over
...rules. What you need to do You’ll need to do 3 things to make sure you’re ready to move to the new service. Make sure your IT equipment and internet...
Horror story: bulge in the side wall
...rapidly deflates, resulting in potential loss of control of the vehicle. Clearly it makes you wonder how this hadn’t been picked up earlier by the vehicle user - or had...
Horror story: modified towbar
...independently if the installation is carried out to the manufacturer’s instructions. In this case the towbar doesn’t appear to have been originally made for this vehicle. The mounting brackets are...
How the MOT disciplinary process works
...usually offer advice or guidance, but for more serious cases they may take formal disciplinary action. Situations that can lead to a disciplinary investigation include: a DVSA re-examination of a...