MOT - Here’s Everything You Need to Know about the New Changes after 2018

MOT is no more the same as it was a few years back. As it is mandatory to take your vehicle through this test annually, you must be well aware of all the new changes brought last year.

Yes, new rules were introduced by the government regarding the MOT test in June 2018. So, you need to meet new requirements of MOT in Sleaford to pass it, and that would ensure your vehicle’s road safety, roadworthiness and the emissions.

New rules for MOT

1. Remodelled categories of defect

A defect, if found in an MOT test in Sleaford, will now be assigned to one of the five categories mentioned below -

1. Pass:

If a component or part meets the minimum legal requirements for the standard of road safety, it is graded as a PASS. However, your vehicle can only get this highest grade only if all its parts are within the parameters prescribed by DVSA.

2. Advisory:

An advisory category doesn’t bring along an immediate threat. However, it may become a significant issue in future, and you will be asked to monitor it and take for repair immediately, if needed. It is still a ‘pass’ though.

3. Minor:

A minor issue doesn’t attract immediate threat to the safety of vehicle or environment but needs instant car repair in Sleaford. It is considered a pass grade; although being the lowest pass grade possible.

4. Major:

A defect categorised as ‘major’ implies that it is a threat to vehicle safety as well as to those riding along on the road. It also bears environmental consequences. The category is graded as a ‘Fail’, and you need to fix it ASAP to take your vehicle back on the road.

5. Dangerous:

An MOT in Sleaford with a ‘dangerous’ defect means your car is either entirely unsafe to drive on the road or has a severe environmental impact. It is a failure grade and your vehicle should be repaired at the spot.

2. New diesel emission rules

Cars with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) come under new MOT rules laid down for diesel emission. If there is a DPF tampering or the exhaust pipe emits a coloured, visible smoke, your vehicle gets a ‘Fail’. To avoid this, take your diesel vehicle for car service in Sleaford.

3. New check inclusions for various components

As per the new rules for MOT Sleaford, a few new components have been added to the list for inspection.

• Examination of brake fluid’s contamination
• Check for underinflated tyres
• Assessment and analysis for whether there’s a fluid leakage that is hazardous for the environment
• In case of brake pad warning lights, a check to see whether the brake pad or brake disk is missing
• A test for reversing lights and headlight washers if their first use has been after 1^st September 2009.

So, prepare your vehicle beforehand for the test. If any repair or restoration is required, reach out to expert garages like Roberts Tyres.

So, gear up before going for the MOT!