Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency MOT Inspection 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. 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.


Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency MOT Inspection Manual - cover page
Brand
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Category
Vehicle maintenance
Document type
Service Manual
Language
English
Pages
131
File format
PDF
File size
3.9 MB
Published
19 October, 2023
Updated
19 October, 2023
MD5 checksum
A48F6F55060FD39126F3A653AED81114

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 processes, reasons why an MOT test certificate might be refused, and complies with Annex I to Directive 2014/45/EU. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for testers and vehicle owners regarding the inspection criteria.

What's inside

  • Abbreviations and definitions
  • Application (Classes 3, 4, 5 and 7)
  • Vehicles of historical interest
  • Refusal to test
  • Brakes
  • Steering
  • Visibility
  • Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
  • Axles, wheels, tyres and suspension
  • Body, structure and attachments

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 does the manual say about its legal basis?

It was based on the domestic legislation in force at the time of publication and complies with Annex I to Directive 2014/45/EU.

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