MOT’s at North Street Garage Coventry
Car MOT Coventry
We are a family-run business and have been established for over 40 years, so you can trust that your vehicle is in safe hands.
Any vehicle over 3 years old requires an annual DVSA-approved MOT test and our experienced and qualified MOT testers are here to ensure your car is safely back on the road as soon as possible. We are trading standards approved so you can rest at ease that we are qualified to carry out MOT testing to a high standard across Coventry.
If your car does fail, we will give you a call with the details of the repairs required and the cost, but we do not go ahead with them until you are happy for us to continue. We also provide regular updates about your vehicle and we are confident you will be satisfied with our vehicle repair service.
We have provided a list of what we check so that you can get prepared for your MOT test below.
The MOT Test Checks Includes:
Internal Lights
If an external light is fitted then it has to work. This includes brake lights, indicators, fog lights, number plate lights, reversing lights and headlamps. With working lights your vehicle won’t pass its MOT.
External Lights
Internally, warning lights for the fog lights and hazard warning lights must work. However, if your car was fitted without any of the above at the time of manufacture, then they are exempt from the test, unless you have fitted them yourself.
Tread Depth
Tread depth must be a minimum of 1.6mm across ¾ of the tyre, with the remaining tyre having visible tread. However, this is the absolute minimum and it is best to have at least 2mm of tread. Tread Depth is an easy to way to work out whether your vehicle needs new tyres and whether it will pass its MOT Coventry.
Tyre Size
Wheels and tyres must be matched for tyre sizes across all axles. Tyres must also be free from excessive cracks and splits, and have no bulges on them. They must also fit the wheel correctly.
Wheel Condition
Road wheels must show no signs of serious damage. Badly dented or distorted wheels will most likely cause a fail.
Steering Rack
Steering must be precise and accurate between the steering wheel turning and the road wheels turning. The steering rack must be securely held in place; power assisted racks must be free from oil leaks.
Steering Wheel
The steering wheel itself must be securely fastened and show no signs of being loose. There must be no excessive play on the steering wheel if moved up and down, or side to side.
Wheel Bearing
Wheel bearing must be free from play. Excessive noise when the wheel is spun could also be a worn bearing.
Shock Absorbers
Shock absorbers should be free from signs of oil leakage and must settle the car in its normal position when bounced. A ceased shock is very likely to cause a fail. Shocks must be securely mounted to the car.
Springs
Coil springs must be free from any cracks and not snapped. It must also be securely located. Springs should be free from corrosion.
Bushes
Suspension bushes/steering bushes must all hold their respective components in place firmly. Suspension joints must also be free-moving yet firm. Leaking boots for ball joints can cause a fail.
Driveshaft
The Driveshaft must be free from excessive play and be straight and undamaged.
Disks and Drums
Pad/shoe linings should not have excessive wear and should be free from cracks. Disks/drums should be free from cracks and must not have any excessive pits or scratches. There should be minimal pull of the car under braking. Badly balanced brakes can result in a fail.
Handbrake
Handbrake operation should have minimal clicks when applied. It should also hold itself up and not fall down if tapped or moved sideways. It should hold the car firmly, and be evenly balanced.
Brake Pipes and Cables
Brake pipes and cables should be free of corrosion and securely fitted in place. Pipes should show no signs of fluid leakage. The cable should not drag across the body work. Flexible brake pipes should be free of signs of deterioration and splitting.
Brake Pipes and Cables
Brake pipes and cables should be free of corrosion and securely fitted in place. Pipes should show no signs of fluid leakage. The cable should not drag across the body work. Flexible brake pipes should be free of signs of deterioration and splitting.
Panels
All body panels should be securely fitted in place and be free of sharp or jagged edges. Any edge that could cause harm to another road user is likely to result in a fail.
Bumpers
Bumpers should be securely attached to the body and be free of sharp edges.
Chassis
Chassis rails and other structural parts of the car should be free from excessive corrosion and rust. Where applicable, the body of the vehicle should be securely fitted to the chassis.
Doors
It must be possible to open all doors from the outside, as well as the boot and bonnet.
Seatbelts
Seatbelts must be securely fitted at their respective mounting points. The webbing should be free from cuts and splits. The inertia reel should lock when tugged sharply. This applies to front and rear seatbelts.
Seats
Driver’s and front passenger seats must be securely mounted with no unwanted movement. They must also be able to be secured in the upright position.
ABS/Airbag Warning
ABS and airbag warning lights must both be working correctly.
Fuel System
Has no leaks and the fuel cap fastens and seals securely. The fuel cap will need to be opened so be sure the key is available.
Exhaust System
Is secure, complete, without serious leaks and silences effectively.
Exhaust Emissions
The vehicle meets the requirements for exhaust emissions, dependant on the age and fuel type of the vehicle.
The vehicle identification number (VIN)
Is on vehicles first used on or after 1 August 1980. Not more than one different VIN is displayed except on multistage build vehicles.
Other Services
Car Diagnostics
Air Conditioning
Engine Cleaning
Car Servicing
Braking
Exhausts
Clutches
Cambelt Changes
ABS Repairs
