Vehicle and Operator Services Agency MOT Inspection Manual

This is a vehicle inspection manual issued by the UK Department of Transport, which details the standards and procedures for vehicle inspection.


Vehicle and Operator Services Agency MOT Inspection Manual - cover page
Brand
Vehicle and Operator Services Agency
Category
Vehicle maintenance
Document type
Service Manual
Language
English
Pages
206
File format
PDF
File size
2.7 MB
Published
19 October, 2023
Updated
19 October, 2023
MD5 checksum
E8372E2DB198FB08F1AFBC6A286C0A97

About this manual

This manual sets out the testing procedures and standards for those who carry out statutory testing of cars, private buses, and light commercial vehicles. It details the inspection items, reasons for refusal, and the responsibilities of testing personnel.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Abbreviations and Definitions
  • Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment
  • Steering and Suspension
  • Brakes
  • Tyres and Road Wheels
  • Seat Belts & Supplementary Restraint Systems
  • Body, Structure and General Items
  • Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions
  • Drivers View of the Road

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of this manual?

It sets out the testing procedures and standards for those who carry out statutory testing of cars, private buses and light commercial vehicles.

Who may find this manual useful?

Vehicle owners may also find the Manual useful because it details the inspection to which vehicles are subjected and the reasons why an MOT test certificate could be refused.

What is the issue date of this manual?

The M.O.T. Inspection Manual Issue Date 01 January 2012.

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