Once your car reaches three years of age or older it is a legal requirement that it undergoes an annual check to ensure it is roadworthy and safe. The MOT was introduced in 1960 by what was then known as the Ministry of Transport, now the Department of Transport, and has undergone a number of changes in the years since its inception. However, the point of the test has always remained the same and that is to ensure that vehicles that are in use on UK roads are safe and do not pose a danger to road users.
There is no real guarantee that your car will pass its MOT. The test looks at hundreds of different factors relating to your vehicle to ensure that they operate safely and this means that there could be hidden problems that lurk beneath the bonnet, behind the wheels, or even in the cabin of the car.
Even age of the car does not guarantee that it will pass its test. Approximately 1 in 5 cars fail their first MOT although the figures do vary depending on the make and model of car in question. For example, in 2011, the Renault Megane had the worst record of mainstream vehicles for failing its first MOT with almost one in three of this model not passing its first test. Japanese manufacturers performed the best.
It is important that you use a reliable and skilled MOT test centre because, assuming that your car fails, you will need to have repairs done. Typically, owners choose to use the test centre mechanics to complete the work because this will usually lead to a free re-test once the necessary work is completed. You, too, should look for a high quality and reputable garage that offers MOT in Hitchin.
The annual MOT test is a legal necessity for the majority of cars that are on the road. In fact, if your vehicle is over 3 years old then you will need to have the test to ensure that your car is considered safe for use on UK roads and that it passes stringent emissions tests.
Visit AZAutos.co.uk for more information on getting your next high quality MOT in Hitchin . Ensure that you use a reputable and reliable service so that you can enjoy good quality and affordable prices.
