This manual introduces the standards for vehicle inspection, including the detailed inspection steps, reasons, and requirements.
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 to which vehicles are subjected and the reasons why an MOT test certificate could be refused.
The document covers various sections including lamps and electrical equipment, steering and suspension, brakes, tyres and road wheels, seat belts, body structure, exhaust systems, and emissions. It also includes appendices for motor tricycles and quadricycles.
This manual sets out testing procedures for private passenger cars, private buses, and light commercial vehicles.
The M.O.T. Inspection Manual was issued in April 2013.
The test is abandoned, and an appropriate fee may be charged for the test.