MOT Regulations

[danhay]

The MOT Test is a time many classic owners dread. I have just got my GT4 through at the third attempt thanks to some nifty interpretation of the regulations.

One of the things it failed on was that the hazard lights didn't work unless the ignition was on.

Thanks to this site: www.motester.co.uk/qanda.html

I was able to get round it by removing the hazard light switch. Pre 1986 cars aren't required to have hazard lights, but if they do have them they must work according to the guidelines.

I thought I would start a thread on MOTs because I'm aware that there a quite a few workarounds for the older car, but they're often dependant on the year.

So has anybody else got any other workarounds?

[lanciachris]

Well, I dont condone not fixing features that should be there. Its worth remembering you dont need windows though if youre getting it motd prior to taking it for painting.

[crankedup]

Correct in that you mention that if the features are fitted at the factory then they must work for MOT.

Pre-war vehicles lights are like glowing candles and some cars are only fitted with rear brakes, but will still pass MOT (thank goodness)

[ARH]

The MOT for my austin seven involves looking for petrol leaks, check lights, check for rust on the chasis, jack it up and wobble the wheels a bit, sit around talking about old cars for a bit. Then pay and drive home. Very easy to pass witha pre war car, just make sure the tester understands old cars.

[nick_f]

ARH said:

The MOT for my austin seven involves looking for petrol leaks, check lights, check for rust on the chasis, jack it up and wobble the wheels a bit, sit around talking about old cars for a bit. Then pay and drive home. Very easy to pass witha pre war car, just make sure the tester understands old cars.

Too right - and only ever use a test station that will let you stay and help.

Few things more frustrating that your car failing because the tester couldn't find the horn button, or whatever.

[ARH]

My mot tester being 6 foot tall can't even get in my austin seven, so i have to drive it. I like to be a part of the test as it does often make passing easier, especialy if you let them know you understand cars.

nick_f said:

ARH said: The MOT for my austin seven involves looking for petrol leaks, check lights, check for rust on the chasis, jack it up and wobble the wheels a bit, sit around talking about old cars for a bit. Then pay and drive home. Very easy to pass witha pre war car, just make sure the tester understands old cars. Too right - and only ever use a test station that will let you stay and help. Few things more frustrating that your car failing because the tester couldn't find the horn button, or whatever.