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- What's checked in an MOT? An MOT test is an annual check that ensures that your vehicle meets road safety and environmental standards. Each MOT test includes a list of standard tests and checks that are performed on every vehicle. We’ve listed below the main elements that are checked as part of the MOT test. We’ve also included…
- How much does an MOT retest cost? If your MOT repair work is completed by Halfords and the MOT retest is within 10 days, then the retest is free (providing that the repair is on the list of DVSA-approved items). If the repair work is carried out elsewhere and the retest is completed within 10 days at the original Halfords garage, the…
- Your MOT Questions Answered The MOT (Ministry of Transport) test is a mandatory annual inspection for vehicles in the UK to ensure they meet safety and environmental standards. Here are some frequently asked questions about the MOT. MOT FAQ's
- Getting MOT Ready Making sure that your car is road-legal and safe is an important part of owning or using a car. So it's important to ensure that your car is ready for its MOT is crucial. Here are steps to help you get your car ready. How to Pass your MOT Guide
- How to book your MOT and Service To book your MOT or your Service please fill in your Registration Number and your postcode and select your nearest Halfords Garage please click here.If you're a member of the Halfords Motoring Club, please ensure that you are logged into your online account and select the benefits you wish to use on…
- How long does an MOT take? An MOT takes between 45 minutes and an hour for the full check to take place. If you wish, you can leave your car with us, and once your MOT has finished and your vehicle is ready, we'll give you a call.
- The importance of MOTs and servicing The annual MOT and car service are two essential ways to keep your car safe and running smoothly. If your car is over three years old, you'll need to get an MOT every year. Together, your annual car service and MOT test provide peace of mind that your car is safe to drive. Here's a guide on the importance…
- What are MOT advisory notes? Advisory notes are issues identified with your car during an MOT test that aren’t serious enough to warrant a failure but do need to be looked at. Each MOT tester uses their discretion to decide what’s a failure and what isn’t, so it’s worth understanding what MOT advisory notes are and…
- What is an MOT? An MOT test is an annual check that ensures that your vehicle meets road safety and environmental standards. Each MOT test includes a list of standard tests and checks that are performed on every vehicle. Book MOT
- Do I need to keep my old MOT certificate? Along with your paper copy, the DVSA keeps an electronic record of your MOT test certificate. Whilst this electronic record will be used by police during any driving offences, it is highly recommended that you also keep your paper copy safe for certain circumstances. When you'll need your…