RE: New MOT regs - Do you need to panic?
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Different tread on same "axle" is kind of an obvious problem of grip 
I have different tread pattern front and back which is somewhat more reasonable.
I had an mot a few weeks ago and it only failed on the brakes. rear drums not holding and front starting to seize up. apparently I don't brake enough
I have different tread pattern front and back which is somewhat more reasonable.
I had an mot a few weeks ago and it only failed on the brakes. rear drums not holding and front starting to seize up. apparently I don't brake enough
ksed???Warning lights... one place to go (or to call) www.dashwarninglights.co.uk
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not affiliated but have use them, highly reccomended, and saves you going to the stealers!!!
A bit sad if one of your back doors sticks just at MOT time: could try a frosty day and suggest it's frozen.
Nobody has mentioned the real problem. GET OUT OF THIS STUPID SITUATION WHERE EUROPRATS RUN OUR LIVES, OR IGNORE THEM. HOPED THE TORIES WOULD HAVE HAD THE BALLS TO DO THIS. HOWEVER, IF THEY CAN TELL US WHAT TO DO WHY CAN'T THEY TELL US TO IMPLEMENT THE 30 YEAR ROLLING DATE FOR ROAD LICENCE CONCESSIONS FOR OLD CARS WHICH ARE LITTLE USED? FORWARD, PLEASE SOME BRAVE M.P.TO TELL US, BUT DON'T EXPECT F.B.H.V.C. TO GIVE YOU ANY SUPPORT. HOWEVER, PLEASE SIGN THE ONGOING GOVERNMENT WEBSITE PETITION CALLING FOR THIS CONCESSION TO BE REINSTATED. CHART OF OTHER COUNTRIES CONCESSIONS OBTAINABLE FROM FIVA IN BRUSSELS.
Nobody has mentioned the real problem. GET OUT OF THIS STUPID SITUATION WHERE EUROPRATS RUN OUR LIVES, OR IGNORE THEM. HOPED THE TORIES WOULD HAVE HAD THE BALLS TO DO THIS. HOWEVER, IF THEY CAN TELL US WHAT TO DO WHY CAN'T THEY TELL US TO IMPLEMENT THE 30 YEAR ROLLING DATE FOR ROAD LICENCE CONCESSIONS FOR OLD CARS WHICH ARE LITTLE USED? FORWARD, PLEASE SOME BRAVE M.P.TO TELL US, BUT DON'T EXPECT F.B.H.V.C. TO GIVE YOU ANY SUPPORT. HOWEVER, PLEASE SIGN THE ONGOING GOVERNMENT WEBSITE PETITION CALLING FOR THIS CONCESSION TO BE REINSTATED. CHART OF OTHER COUNTRIES CONCESSIONS OBTAINABLE FROM FIVA IN BRUSSELS.
Output Flange said:
M666 EVO said:
Mine failed on tyres, apparently they needed to be the same tyre per axle.
I argued that with it being front wheel drive it had driveshafts did this still count? It did.
So I had to get 2 new tyres!
I assume you mean size rather than brand?I argued that with it being front wheel drive it had driveshafts did this still count? It did.
So I had to get 2 new tyres!
I had a 215/45 rather than a 195/40, or something like that!
I think that this one will bugger up a few people and surprised it wasn't highlighted in the original article.
Exhaust - A catalytic convertor fitted as original equipment but missing will be a reason for failure
Previously if a car was fitted with a CAT and removed (pre 1993) then it was deemed fine. Now I can imagine a lot of people will be trying to find CATS to re-fit if it was original fitment on their car and has since been removed.
Whilst on this very subject, are they talking both the Pre-CAT and main CAT? If it includes the Pre-Cat then I can imagine there will be a lot of discruntled TVR owners, aswell as modern modified cars, where the first thing to get junked is the Pre-Cat for a bit more bhp......
Scource - http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/car-servicing...
Exhaust - A catalytic convertor fitted as original equipment but missing will be a reason for failure
Previously if a car was fitted with a CAT and removed (pre 1993) then it was deemed fine. Now I can imagine a lot of people will be trying to find CATS to re-fit if it was original fitment on their car and has since been removed.
Whilst on this very subject, are they talking both the Pre-CAT and main CAT? If it includes the Pre-Cat then I can imagine there will be a lot of discruntled TVR owners, aswell as modern modified cars, where the first thing to get junked is the Pre-Cat for a bit more bhp......
Scource - http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/car-servicing...
fwaggie said:
All cars are fitted with a self test of all dash indicator lights, so if the light does not come on during this initial test, it is a fail.
Not sure they'll apply that BUT this is worth people knowing anyway because the number of cars where people have frigged a warning light not to appear (removing lamp, covering lamp with tape etc.) is quite scary...Cupradan said:
They will find a way around that. One way or another....
Oh hell yes - I can, for example, get you an MOT for almost anything you like so long as it's fundamentally roadworthy (to the level a mechanic I know would say it is - anyway).This is a proper kosher one from a proper kosher centre - I just know a man who knows a man who can get things done (things like not having to re-attach bits to custom motorbikes or cats to your exhaust for 30 mins only - those sorts of things - SENSIBLE things).
If I can do that, the local taxi company can probably do it without lifting a finger
never under estimate the power of a 555 timer circuit - could be ideal for all these warning light issues
http://www.maplin.co.uk/ic-555-projects-843
http://www.maplin.co.uk/ic-555-projects-843
Bluescore said:
What it doesn't mention is if the MOT covers checking the bulb for the airbag/esp/abs warning light
Few minutes ( or hours depending on the car) behind the dash and it'll sail through that part of the test.
That's already covered, and has been for years. Few minutes ( or hours depending on the car) behind the dash and it'll sail through that part of the test.
If your car has ABS then the warning light must come on when the engine is started and then extinguish soon after. And this requirement is specifically so you can't just remove / crush the bulb.
NotNormal said:
I think that this one will bugger up a few people and surprised it wasn't highlighted in the original article.
Exhaust - A catalytic convertor fitted as original equipment but missing will be a reason for failure
Previously if a car was fitted with a CAT and removed (pre 1993) then it was deemed fine. Now I can imagine a lot of people will be trying to find CATS to re-fit if it was original fitment on their car and has since been removed.
Whilst on this very subject, are they talking both the Pre-CAT and main CAT? If it includes the Pre-Cat then I can imagine there will be a lot of discruntled TVR owners, aswell as modern modified cars, where the first thing to get junked is the Pre-Cat for a bit more bhp......
Scource - http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/car-servicing...
This is where I am currently struggling - the manual states: Exhaust - A catalytic convertor fitted as original equipment but missing will be a reason for failure
Previously if a car was fitted with a CAT and removed (pre 1993) then it was deemed fine. Now I can imagine a lot of people will be trying to find CATS to re-fit if it was original fitment on their car and has since been removed.
Whilst on this very subject, are they talking both the Pre-CAT and main CAT? If it includes the Pre-Cat then I can imagine there will be a lot of discruntled TVR owners, aswell as modern modified cars, where the first thing to get junked is the Pre-Cat for a bit more bhp......
Scource - http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/car-servicing...
[quote]Vehicles fitted with a different engine must be tested to the requirements of whichever is older, the engine or the vehicle
I'm panicking as I was told April was when it was all coming in. All 3 cars booked in for tests this week...
Can't see the 205 passing as it has a permanent faint "STOP" light illuminated as there's a short in the dash wiring somewhere. Been driving like that for 3 years and it's been fine, but I can't find the fault. Pull the bulb?
Can't see the 205 passing as it has a permanent faint "STOP" light illuminated as there's a short in the dash wiring somewhere. Been driving like that for 3 years and it's been fine, but I can't find the fault. Pull the bulb?
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