What Are Some Latest MOT Updates In 2019?

Posted by Huck Nall on December 5th, 2019

Have you gone through your annual MOT test? If you passed with colours then you deserve a mechanical hug from your car. In case you flunked the test, do not worry! We are here to hug you with information.

In case you just failed your MOT test then you must be disappointed. As you know driving with a VT30 DVSA certificate is not a respectable situation for many car owners. We have created this special blog to make you aware of some new MOT test criteria introduced by the DVSA in 2019 and lots more.

If you want to know the reason for your car’s MOT failure, have a look below.

Major and Minor Reasons For MOT failure:

Although there are a no of reasons for failing an MOT inspection, inadequate seatbelt length is often overlooked. As per an official report from DVSA, blocked driver’s view and inadequate seatbelt length is the 11.5 per cent reason for getting a VT30 certificate.

Other reasons for failing an MOT inspection are faulty acceleration, inappropriate mirrors, poor service record, non-matching registration plates, poor seat material and the most important unhealthy tyres.

Did you know in 2014, a Birmingham MOT test centre declined an MOT inspection to a customer. This happened because he did not maintain proper cleanliness standards in his vehicle.

MOT Testing Criteria for all Vehicles

Whether you have a class I vehicle or a class V vehicle, MOT experts test them on below-mentioned categories.

Dangerous- If your motorbike, car or truck is a threat to the environment and pedestrian safety then we are afraid but it lies in the dangerous category. Such kinds of vehicles require extensive repairs and maintenance.

Major- If blowing excessive pollution is your car’s daily dose, then better get her checked. All the vehicles posing damage to environmental safety are put in this MOT Hucknall testing criteria. It is advisable to get it repaired before embarrassing yourself in front of an MOT inspector.

Minor- You’d be happy to know that your car is easily repairable if it falls in this category. Vehicles falling in the Minor category fo not pose a risk to anyone’s safety but it needs maintenance. This is because even seatbelt length and blocked view for the driver are also major driving risks.

Advisory- Although cars in this category are adequate to win a VT20 certificate from DVSA, they have certain issues that may arise in the future. Such vehicles have the tendency to put the driver’s life in danger in emergency situations. Therefore, we advise you to maintain your car regularly to avoid this havoc.

Passing- You deserve a medal if your car falls in this segment in her first try. According to DVSA, not all cars can pass the MOT test in their first try. But if you managed to bag a VT20 certificate then you are free to drive on all types of terrains if you have adequate tyres for them.

How Do I get the Best MOT Service?

Well, in case you want the best MOT services, visit us at Hucknall Lane Service Centre. Our teams will help you to determine your car’s MOT criterion and carry out any necessary repairs.