M.O.T.s

MOTs in Kent

We offer M.O.T. Tests for both Cars (class 4) and Light Goods Vehicles (class 7)

What is involved?

The annual testing of your vehicle to ensure it meets minimum road safety standards. You may view the MOT test if you wish. It will be carried out by a Vehicle Inspectorate approved tester. An assistant is essential for proper conduct of the MOT test. You must not interrupt or distract the tester during the inspection. Due to MOT procedures, items may appear under more than one heading.

 

A1 MOT Thanet

Lights

  • Sidelamps
  • Direction Indicators
  • Headlamps
  • Headlamp Aim
  • Reflectors
  • Stop Lamps
  • Rear Lamps
  • Fog Lamps

Driving Controls

  • Steering Wheel and Column
  • Footbrake and Servo
  • Handbrake
  • Light Switches and Horn
  • Windscreen Wipers and Washers

Under Vehicle

  • Steering
  • Tyres and Wheels
  • Foot and Handbrake System
  • Suspension and Shock Absorbers
  • Wheel Bearings and Driveshafts
  • Exhaust
  • Chassis

Exhaust Emission

  • Carbon Monoxide (CO) Emission
  • Hydrocarbon (HC) Emission
  • Lambda
  • Excessive Visible Smoke

Exterior

  • Suspension
  • Shock Absorber Effectiveness
  • Tyres and Wheels
  • Body Condition

Brake Performance

  • Footbrake Efficiency
  • Front Brake Balance
  • Handbrake Efficiency

Under Bonnet

  • Braking Components
  • Suspension
  • Steering

 

MOT in ThanetImportant

An MOT Certificate relates only to the condition of testable items at the time of the test. It should not be regarded as evidence of the condition of the items tested at any other time nor should it be taken as evidence of the general mechanical condition of the vehicle.To book an M.O.T either phone us, come to our premises, or use the online form by clicking here.