MOT in Kings Norton - Compare Nearby Garage Prices & Book Online Now
An MOT is a legal annual test of the safety of your vehicle. It checks the basics to ensure that your car is legal to drive and functioning. You must ensure that your MOT is always valid.
It is illegal to drive without an MOT. You could end up being fined £1,000 or get three points on your licence should you be caught. To book your MOT in Kings Norton today, use our simple online booking system, find your nearest or cheapest garage, book and pay when the work is complete at the garage. Start by entering your vehicle registration here.
When is my MOT due?
There are several ways in which you can check when your MOT is due. You could check the current MOT certificate to see when the expiry date is or enter your car registration here and it will tell you when you need to renew it.
We recommend that you book your MOT test ahead of time to ensure that they don’t run out of appointments, leaving you stuck without a car, although many people believe that there is a 14-day grace period, this is just a myth. You will be fined if you are caught driving without a valid MOT.
What will they check for an MOT?
During an MOT test, a mechanic will check that the following meets all the DVSA’s minimum standards:
- Brakes
- Fuel system
- Lights (front, rear, and internal)
- Seatbelts
- Tyres
- Driver’s view
- Exhaust systems
- Car suspension
- Windscreen and wipers
- General overview of body structure
- Horn
- Battery
- And more
What can cause a vehicle to fail its MOT?
Some of the most common reasons why vehicles fail their MOT are:
- Windscreen chips
- Faulty or damaged windscreen wipers
- Worn tyre tread
- Low brake fluid
- Broken light bulbs
- Obstructed driver’s view
These are some of the smallest issues that could easily be avoided but are the most common reasons for cars failing their MOT. This is why you should regularly check your vehicle to avoid an MOT failure on some of the most insignificant issues that could be easily fixed prior to the test.
What do the MOT test categories mean?
Once a mechanic has completed your MOT test, you will be given the results. Should it have failed, then you may need to approve the advisory faults to be fixed. Within the results, any issues will be categorised into minor, major, and dangerous faults.
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Minor faults are those that are fairly small and don’t affect the overall performance of the vehicle.
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Major faults will be those faults that have caused your vehicle to fail its MOT.
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The dangerous faults will be serious issues that could be impacting your vehicle’s road safety and overall performance. The dangerous and major faults will need to be fixed if they can be before the examiner can possibly pass the vehicle’s MOT.
How much is an MOT in Kings Norton?
The price for an MOT varies between garages. That’s why our system allows you to compare the prices of garages near you so that you can pick one that suits your budget. On average, an MOT will be priced anywhere between £25 and £55.
Why book your MOT in Kings Norton through GaragesNear.Me?
GaragesNear.Me makes things easy. Using our 24-hour booking system, you can easily compare prices and reviews of the garages near you. By entering your car registration, postcode and opting for an MOT, we make it that simple to find the best MOT stations in Kings Norton. Enter your vehicle registration here to book your MOT quickly today.
Frequently asked questions
How long does an MOT certificate last?
12 months. Your MOT certificate will be valid for a year, then you will need to book your vehicle in for a new test.
What happens if my MOT is late?
If you are caught driving with an expired MOT certificate, then you could be fined up to £1,000 and might get 3 points on your licence.
Can I drive my car home if it fails its MOT?
If your vehicle fails its MOT but the previous year’s certificate is still valid, then you can continue to drive it until it expires, unless any dangerous faults have been flagged. If the previous certificate is not still valid, then you will not be able to drive the car. You must have a valid MOT to be able to drive any car in the UK.
How long does an MOT in Kings Norton take?
At an MOT test centre in Kings Norton, a test will take around 45 minutes to an hour to perform. If your car fails, then any repairs are not included in this time.
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