MOTs

RCP have a team of mechanics and technicians qualified to undertake MOT’s on cars, 4x4’s and vans (class 4’s). We can also arrange a pre MOT and testing for class 7 vehicles. We are a VOSA approved MOT station.

The MOT scheme is primarily a road safety measure designed to ensure as far as possible that all cars, motorcycles and light goods vehicles more than 3 years old are properly maintained.

At least once a year your vehicle will need to be examined at an authorised MOT test station to make sure it complies with the requirements of the law.

What is tested during a MOT?

A brief overview

Lighting and Signaling equipment Front and rear position lamps registration plate lamps Stop lamps Rear fog lamps Direction indicators and hazard warning lamps Rear reflectors Horn Headlamps Headlamp aim	Steering (including suspension) Steering control Steering system Power steering All round suspension Wheel bearings and drive shaft Shock absorbers	Brakes Parking brake leaver and mechanism Hand operated brake control valves Service brake control ABS system Mechanical brake components Hydraulic, air and vacuum systems Brake performance
Tyres and road wheels Tyres Road wheels	Seat Belts Seat belts condition Installation check	Body structure and general items Vehicle structure, body and security Doors and seats VIN and registration Load security, spare wheel and carrier Speed limiter Towbars
Exhaust, fuel and emiassions Exhaust system Fuel system Exhaust emmisions Compression ignition	Drivers view of the road Mirrors Wipers and washers Windscreen Bonnet