MOT Testing Station
Specialists in Class IV, V, VII
If you own a vehicle in the United Kingdom, then you must ensure your annual MOT test is completed. The MOT is a vehicle test featuring dozens of checks that must be conducted on any vehicle over three years of age from its date of registration.
Pre Mot Inspections
Somervell MOT Station can undertake a thorough inspection of your vehicle before MOT testing begins. This helps us highlight any concerns we may have that might stop it from achieving a first-time pass.
Our mechanics complete a 40-point check covering all aspects of your vehicle, providing you with a pre-MOT report detailing any areas of concern. Our qualified mechanics can rectify any mechanical repairs within our MOT compliance garage, so you are ready for your MOT.
Don’t run the risk of your car failing its MOT test, and book an appointment today with Somervell MOT station.
Local MOT Testing
Class IV, V, VII
The team at Somervell MOT Station recommend getting your MOT test done up to 28 days before your current MOT expires. This will allow for any repairs to take place if your vehicle fails. It also means that your new MOT will last for 13 months because you got your car tested earlier.
We’ll check and make sure that your vehicle meets road safety and environmental standards. The checklist generally covers lamps, reflectors, electrical equipment, body, structure and general items, brakes, electronic stability control systems, seat belts, supplementary restraint systems, steering and suspension, exhaust, fuel and emissions, tyres and road wheels and drivers’ view of the road.
Cars
Up to 8 passenger seats
MOT Required after 3 Years
Kit Cars
All Kit Cars MOT Required after 3 Years.
Electric & Hybrid
MOT Required after 3 Years
Private Hire and Public Service Vehicles
Up to 8 seats
MOT Required after 3 Years
Private Passenger Vehicles and Ambulances
9 to 12 passenger seats
MOT Required after 3 Years
Taxis
MOT Required after 3 Years
Large Vans
Class 7 Goods Vehicles over 3,000kg up to 3,500kg design gross weight
MOT Required after 3 Years
Trikes
3 Wheeled Vehicles (up to and over 450kg unladen weight)
MOT Required after 3 Years
What Is an MOT?
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 three years old are road worthy and;
at least once a year are examined at an authorised MOT test station, like Somervell, to make sure that they comply with specific important requirements of the law.
M.O.T. Stands for Ministry Of Transport.
Remember- the test certificate relates only to the condition of the testable items at the time of the test and should not be regarded as evidence of their condition at any other time, nor should it be accepted as evidence of the general mechanical condition of the vehicle.
When is My Car Eligible for its First MOT?
When it is three years old.
How much does an MOT cost?
There are maximum fees that can be charged for MOT tests. The Government Agency determines these fees.
What Happens if My Vehicle Fails the MOT Test?
Should the vehicle fail, you will be issued with a VT3O Certificate stating the items causing the failure of the MOT test. Make sure you are clear about what rectification is required for a pass to be issued. In certain cases, expert or special services may be required regarding emissions or welding.
There is a maximum time limit of 10 days and remember – a car that does not have a current MOT Certificate is not allowed to be used on the road except when going for repairs for an MOT test, or to a prearranged MOT test.
How Long Does it Take?
An MOT test takes approximately 45 minutes.
Am I notified by the VIA when my test date is due?
Unlike road tax, where you receive a reminder, the mot test is your responsibility.
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