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When you are a vehicle owner in the UK, there are a few highly significant documents: your driving license, vehicle registration certificate, insurance certificate, tax, and MOT certificate. Carrying these documents with you whenever you are travelling is a must. Amongst these, the MOT certificate is a major document that is necessary after your vehicle has exceeded 3 years of age. An annual test specified by the government, the MOT is a rigorous examination of your vehicle’s safety and environmental standards. Passing this test might seem a bit challenging, but with our centre’s comprehensive Car Servicing Wimborne, which diagnoses and fixes every minor issue, you can be rest assured that you will be provided with accurate and efficient MOT results. Our MOT test centre in Wimborne is known for its advanced equipment and experienced testers, ensuring a precise MOT result for your vehicle. 

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What is the MOT test? 

 

An annual, government-specified test, the MOT is an extensive inspection of your vehicle’s roadworthiness. The test becomes an annual compulsory inspection after your vehicle completes its 3 years. Introduced in 1960 with only a few basic tests, the MOT covers up to 20 checks of different parts and components of your vehicle. The list of body parts that are tested under the MOT test is: 

 

• Bonnet 

• Body, vehicle structure, and general items. 

• Exhaust emissions and exhaust system

• Brakes System

• Fuel system

• Towbars

• Seats and seatbelts

• Doors and mirrors

• Tyres and wheels

• Lights and horns

• Windscreen, including wipers and washers

• Steering and suspension

• Registration plates

• Vehicle Identification Number

• Electrical wiring and battery. 

 

The clutch, gearbox, and engine are excluded from the MOT test. 

 

The short form, MOT, is derived from the Ministry of Transport. Now, the division works under the name The Department of Transport. Responsible for managing the transport network of the state, the department also controls vehicle emissions, the future of transport, and other transport-related security and civil issues. The MOT certificate for your vehicle is usually issued by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). If your vehicle passes the safety and emission standards set by the MOT, you are given a VT 20 certificate, while failing the test provides you with a detailed report of the potential safety hazards of your vehicle and a VT 30 certificate. 

 

Since the MOT is a comprehensive test and there are numerous models of vehicles owned by the people of the UK, divisions have been made for smooth testing of vehicles. As specified by the UK transport department, the MOT testing is classified according to the vehicle types and models: 

 

Class 1 and class 2: These classes include motorcycles. 

 

Class 3: This class comprises three-wheelers weighing less than 450 kg, excluding any load. 

 

Class 4: It is designated for vehicles with 9 to 12 passenger seats, including caravans, passenger cars, dual-purpose vehicles, and ambulances. It also includes goods vehicles with less than 3000 kg design. 

 

Class 5: Class 5 includes any vehicle with 13 or more passenger seats, including dual-purpose vehicles, ambulances, motor caravans, and private passenger cars. 

 

Class 6: Public Service Vehicles come under this class. 

 

Class 7: Any goods vehicle carrying goods weighing in the range of 3000 to 3500 kg.
 

MOT Test Centres. 

 

For trusted and accurate results, the MOT must be conducted in authorised centres. Commercial garages or auto centres and even some local authorities or designated councils are usually authorised by the DVSA. The DVSA designates these centres as appropriate vehicle testing stations (VTSs).

 

A question often arises: How do I trust the testers for accurate results of my vehicle’s MOT? Well, to ensure that your vehicle is in trusted hands, the DVSA thoroughly inspects the VTSs and their staff or testers. Only equipment that is authorised or approved by the DVSA is used in the test centres to avoid inaccuracy. Training for the testers is arranged by the DVSA and is approved after successful training. 

 

The DVSA allows testing of only those classes and types of vehicles that are of the suitable size and weight authorised in the test centre. This depends on the capacity of the authorised test equipment available in the centre and can be accommodated by the equipment. Every minute test results or records are included in the MOT database. The test documents are approved and signed by the DVSA authorised testers. 
 

Why choose us for your next MOT testing?

 

At our MOT Test Centre Wimborne, we value honesty and trust, fostered by the clarity and truthfulness of our officials and technicians. So, when you choose us for your vehicle’s annual MOT test, you also benefit: 

 

• Experience: As they say, knowledge increases with experience. Similarly, the MOT testers and technicians at our centre are a team of one of the most skilled and experienced testers. With rigorous training and a varied skill set, our expert team is adept at handling all types and models of vehicles. 

• Technology: At our centre, we use only the most advanced technology for accurate testing and reports of your vehicle’s MOT. You can be relaxed as your vehicle gets the best servicing and MOT testing with equipment that is approved by the DVSA and trusted by our expert technicians. 

• Class: Our test centre is authorised and experienced in testing every Class 4 vehicle, including 12-passenger seat vehicles, 8-passenger seat private vehicles, motorcaravan, ambulances, taxis, and 3-wheeled vehicles weighing over 450kg. 

• Services: We are experienced in providing not only the most precise MOT reports but also premium car servicing Wimborne for your vehicle’s smooth performance. With our centre’s Interim, Full, and Major services, your vehicle’s exhaust, brakes, tyres, suspension, and every other component are checked and serviced thoroughly. This enhances your vehicle’s performance and increases the chances of passing the MOT test. 

 

If your car’s MOT is approaching fast, there is no time for delays. Book your appointment at our test centre and get your vehicle prepared and serviced, easily and efficiently.