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Book MOT Coventry with Lavender Hall Auto Repairs
Stay Roadworthy With Lavender Hall Auto Repairs' Comprehensive MOT Coventry Service
Looking For An MOT Test For Your Vehicle?
It's important to regularly maintain and repair your vehicle to avoid potential issues and ensure it remains safe and reliable on the road.
Lavender Hall Auto Repairs is a reputable and authorised auto repair service provider that offers a range of car maintenance and repair services, including the Ministry of Transport (MOT) test. Our garage provides customers with all the necessary information they need to know about our MOT Coventry.
So why wait?
Book your MOT test Coventry at our garage at Lavender Hall Ln, Coventry CV7 7BN.
What Is The MOT Test?
The MOT test is an annual test for all vehicles in the UK. Every vehicle which has completed more than three years after registration is required to participate in this inspection programme. Testers check the condition of those parts set by the transport government. The MOT test is a comprehensive investigation that covers a range of vehicle components, including brakes, tyres, lights, steering, suspension, exhaust emissions, and more.
If your vehicle participate in the MOT test, tester will give a document known as a VT20. This certificate declares that the vehicle has met all the eco-friendly and road-worthy standards required by law. This way, vehicle is safe to drive on the road. The certificate is valid for one year from the date of issue.
And if the vehicle fails the MOT test, the examiner will issue a VT30 certificate listing the reasons for the failure. The vehicle owner can then take the vehicle for repairs to address the issues identified in the test. Once the repairs have been completed, the vehicle owner can bring the vehicle back for a partial retest within ten working days of the original test date. A partial retest only checks the specific components that caused the vehicle to fail the initial test.
Here is a list of some common major and dangerous faults that can cause a vehicle to fail its MOT:
Major Faults-
- Worn brake pads or discs, brake fluid leaks, insufficient brake performance
- Worn steering components, excessive play in the steering wheel, broken suspension springs, damaged wheel bearings
- Damaged or frayed seat belts, seat belts that don't lock or release properly, missing seat belts
- Worn or damaged tyres, tyres with tread depth below the legal limit, underinflated or overinflated tyres
- Leaking or corroded exhaust system, excessive noise or fumes emissions
Dangerous Faults-
- Broken or missing brake components, leaking hydraulic brake fluid, defective or inoperative handbrake
- Steering components that are broken or missing, steering that fails to self-center, severe corrosion that affects the stability of the vehicle, broken or missing suspension components
- Seat belts that are seriously damaged, missing seat belts in some cases
- Tyres with exposed cords or ply, sidewall damage and incorrect type or size of tyres
- Exhaust system that leaks fumes into the vehicle, excessive noise that exceeds permissible levels
- Lights that are not working, severely damaged or misaligned headlights, incorrectly coloured or positioned bulbs
Driving or parking a vehicle without a valid MOT on a public road is illegal and can result in a fine or penalty points on your driving licence. Only if you are driving your vehicle to a pre-booked MOT Coventry test, or if you are driving to a garage for repairs that are needed for the MOT test, you may be able to drive your vehicle without a valid MOT. However, in these cases, you must have proof of your appointment or repair booking.
The penalty for driving without a valid MOT is a fine of up to £1,000, and you could also receive penalty points on your driving licence. The police have the authority to stop and seize your vehicle if they suspect that it is being driven without a valid MOT.
Vehicle Components We Check During MOT Test
The MOT Coventry test at Lavender Hall Auto Repairs is a comprehensive inspection that covers a range of vehicle components to ensure that the vehicle meets the minimum safety and environmental standards set by the UK government.
Here is a detailed breakdown of the vehicle components that are checked during the MOT test:
- Body & Vehicle Structure
- Fuel System
- Exhaust System
- Tyres & wheels
Some more components that we inspect:
- Exhaust emissions
- Seat belts and seats
- Doors, mirrors, and horn
- Number plates
- Steering
- Suspension
- Lights, reflectors, etc.
During the inspection, the technician will check each component thoroughly and provide accurate results. If your vehicle has minor issues that do not cause it to fail the test but may require attention in the near future, our trained technician will issue an advisory note. This note lists the specific issues that were identified during the test. It's recommended that the vehicle owner addresses them as soon as possible.
Why Choose Us?
Lavender Hall Auto Repairs boasts a team of experienced and qualified technicians who are trained to perform thorough inspections and provide accurate results. Our professionals use the latest equipment and tools to ensure that your vehicle is tested to the highest standard. We also provide a friendly and reliable service that puts our customers' needs first.
End your ‘MOT Coventry’ searches with our authorised workshop!
You can book an online appointment for an MOT test Coventry with us via this website.
For any queries and for bookings, you can also give us a call on 01676 533013 . We will be delighted to help you!