As a car owner in the UK, it is essential that you get an MOT test for your vehicle, a test that conveys a badge of roadworthiness. Once a car is three years old (four years in Northern Ireland), it must be tested yearly to ensure it meets road safety and environmental standards.
This Ministry of Transport test, commonly known as an ‘MOT’, is carried out at authorised test centres nationwide, displaying an official blue sign featuring three white triangles.
An MOT involves dozens of checks on your car, ranging from the brakes and fuel system to lights, mirrors, seatbelts, windscreen wipers and car exhaust system. It doesn’t cover the condition of the engine, clutch and gearbox.
As one of Huddersfield’s top-rated car maintenance shops, Five Star Autocentre offers a top-notch, same-day MOT test. As the only fully approved RAC garage in Huddersfield, our garage has undergone rigorous steps and examinations to obtain its MOT in-house license from the Ministry of Transport.
One of the most essential services we provide to our customers is our fixed plan service and MOT testing, and we can ensure you are MOT compliant for an affordable fee.
We also offer a range of MOT tests suitable for a range of vehicles, makes, and models, so if you ever happen to be in Huddersfield, contact us, and we’ll be delighted to help you.
Pre-MOT Checks You Can Perform on Your Vehicle
- Lights: Ensure all vehicle headlights, taillights, brake lights, and indicators are working correctly.
- Tyres: Check tyre pressure and tread depth ( ideally, it should be above the legal minimum).
- Fluids: Look for leaks from connecting hoses and top-up engine oil, windscreen washer fluid, and coolant
- Brakes: Ensure you test the hand and footbrake for responsiveness and listen for grinding noises.
What Does A MOT Test Consist of?
An MOT test takes about an hour and consists of checks on the following components:
- Axles
- Wheels
- Tyres and suspension
- Body structure and attachments (including exhaust system, seats and doors)
- Steering Brakes
- Brake fluid contamination
- Brake pad warning light
- Fuel system
- Exhaust emissions
- Diesel particulate filter (DPF) for tampering
- Fluid leaks other than coolant and Adblue
- Lights
- Battery and electrical wiring
- Daytime running lights
- Reversing lights
- Horn
- Number plates
- Seatbelts
- Speedometer and Visibility (wipers, windscreen, mirrors).
What To Expect During Your Mot Test At Five Star Autocentre
During your MOT test at Five Star Autocentre, we’ll thoroughly check your lighting, tyres, brakes, steering, exhaust emissions, seat belts, car bodywork, and structural integrity. These are paramount components of the test, and you can be assured that our professional team will thoroughly examine your vehicle.
We prize quality service and customer satisfaction. Visit our workshop for your MOT test today with the solid assurance that you’ll get top-notch service at a delivery rate barely matched anywhere else.
Contact us today and book your MOT!
