Understanding the Meaning of Different MOT Results

MOT is a test that all vehicles have to take each year. Only brand-new vehicles that are not yet three years old are barred from the MOT Birmingham. It is a comprehensive assessment of your vehicle’s functionality and it is most vehicles fail in the first attempt.

If you are not able to clear the MOT test on the first attempt, then you have to retake the MOT within 10 working days. Otherwise, you will have to re-register for the MOT test. MOT test results mention the reasons for failure in them and the test results are categorized into different names.

Upon clearing the MOT test, your vehicle is given an MOT pass certificate. This certificate is necessary to be carried along as you drive. Not having the MOT clearance certificate, makes your vehicle susceptible to penalties.

Why is the MOT Test Necessary?

MOT test or Ministry of Transport test is an evaluation of the performance of the different components of the vehicle. It is a test that assures your vehicle is legally and environmentally compliant with the standards set by the government. The test makes certain that your vehicle and all its components are functional, do not have any faults, or are not a hazard to road safety.

Therefore, it becomes a necessity to have this certificate at all times. One cannot legally drive on UK roads if their vehicle does not have the MOT pass certificate. Also, one has to make sure when their vehicle’s MOT is due and register for the MOT in advance. You cannot continue to drive if you do not have the MOT pass certificate, therefore, it is crucial that you register for the test timely and pass it before the expiry date of the previous MOT test.

Different Categories of MOT Test Results

If your vehicle fails the MOT, then it is given a certificate that mentions the reason and type of failure. These results are classified into different categories and based on the test results, repairs are suggested.

Let’s Understand the Different MOT Test Results

Pass- The term ‘pass’ obviously means that your vehicle has cleared the MOT and it is legal enough to be on the roads. These results define the roadworthiness of the vehicle and make the vehicle legal and safe to be driving on the road. However, this does not mean that you take the safety of your vehicle because it is important still keep a look at the performance or condition of different parts of the vehicle.

Dangerous- If the results of your vehicle’s MOT mention ‘dangerous,’ then consider this a clear-cut failure. The term ‘dangerous’ indicates that something is majorly wrong with your vehicle that needs attention. In fact, it is an immediate risk and a safety hazard. Your vehicle is not allowed to drive until you get this dangerous issue fixed. First, you have to get this issue repaired and then re-register for the MOT.

Major- Next comes the term ‘major,’ which also means MOT failure. This result means that the issues in the vehicle are major but are not an immediate risk. This does not mean that you can drive the vehicle legally. These major defects are potential safety hazards and thus, need to be corrected. Major faults have to be repaired as they put the safety of your vehicle and others on the road, at risk. You can retake the MOT test once these major faults are repaired.

Minor- If the test results are ‘minor,’ it means that there are minor defects in your vehicle that can be easily fixed. These defects do not require immediate attention or correction, you still cannot drive your vehicle until you get them fixed. There may be no immediate risk to your vehicle, environment, or pedestrians, but you have to get these minor defects fixed soon. Repairing for minor defects won’t take time, and you can retake the MOT Birmingham within 10 working days without having to register for the test again.

Advisory- Then comes advisory. ‘Advisory’ results mean that there are no immediate risks or faults found in the vehicle. However, there is a potential risk of developing or an item getting damaged in the future, and thus, a warning is given. It is an early detection of potential faults. Check the advisory results and the problems that it mentions, and have the vehicle repaired accordingly.

Regardless of the type of your MOT test results, problems in the vehicle arise from time to time. The most common results or faults that lead to MOT failure are suspension problems, worn-out tyres, defective airbags, not clearly visible number plates, steering fluid issues, lightning issues, problems with seatbelts, etc.

Conclusion

In case of recurrent failure in the MOT tests, you can have your vehicle thoroughly checked at AG TYRES. We provide Car Service Birmingham for preparing your vehicle for the MOT. Our cost for repairs is affordable and we make sure that your vehicle clears the MOT. Our experts thoroughly inspect the MOT tests and provide the best repair service possible. We also provide MOT test facility at our center.