If your car is over three years old it must undergo an annual Ministry of Transport (MOT) Test to ensure it meets legally set road safety and environmental standards. Book online with us today, for convenience and the knowledge that your work is being carried out to exact standards by Ford-trained technicians.
Keeping you informed and getting you back on the road:
This Question and Answer guide explains all the essential information about the MOT test.
It covers everything from why the MOT test is important, to why your Ford Dealer is the best place to go to have your vehicle tested.
If your vehicle is three years old or more, you're required by law to have an annual safety check called the Ministry of Transport Test - the MOT Test.
The MOT ensures that your vehicle meets the minimum legal safety level.
Without a current MOT certificate, it’s illegal to drive your vehicle or renew your road fund license. And now the MOT testing system has been computerised, police and mobile camera units can check remotely whether your vehicle has a current MOT or not.
Please remember, it’s your responsibility to have your vehicle tested every 12 months.
During the MOT test, a government-authorised tester will check your vehicle comprehensively, including the interior, exterior, under the bonnet and underneath the vehicle. The tester records each check and if your vehicle passes the test, you’ll be issued with a VT20 ‘pass’ certificate. If it fails, you’ll receive a VT30 ‘failure’ document. You’ll also be told of any ‘advisory’ items - those that haven’t quite failed the test, but which need careful monitoring.
The MOT test covers all the following:
Once you've booked your vehicle in for its MOT, you need to take your Vehicle Registration Document - often referred to as the 'V5' document - and a means of paying the current fee.
You can book an MOT up to 28 days in advance of its due date. Most people don't realise, but the expiry date on your new MOT is 12 months from the expiry of your old one, which means you could have an MOT that lasts for 13 months. The MOT certificate is only required if you would like the new MoT to run for more than 12 months.
Wherever you have your MOT, there is a strong possibility that your car will need some repairs, however minor.
If you have the test at a Ford Dealer, they can make sure any work is carried out to Ford’s exacting standards, by Ford-trained technicians, using genuine Ford parts. This ensures your warranty is unaffected and can help maintain your vehicle’s resale value, too.
You can also expect:
Why not consider combining your MOT with a Service. Combined MOT and Service prices start from just RRP £179.
In between MOTs and services, there are several other checks you can have at your Ford Dealer, to help keep your vehicle in good condition. After all, every car is prone to wear and tear. Checks include your air conditioning, oil and filter, wiper blades and tyres.