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MOT Testing
at Freeway
Every car over three years old requires an annual MOT test. Some
customers dread this event, a few even suggest it is worse than
going to the dentist. It needn't be that bad. If your car is properly
maintained the test should not present any great problem. At Freeway
we'll be pleased to carry out the MOT test and, if necessary, we
can undertake any repairs your car may need.
Book Early
Our MOT bay is always very busy, especially at the end of
each month as road tax may become due. It takes around 45 minutes
to do each test so we operate an appointment system to avoid excessive
waiting. As the MOT test can be done any time in the month before
it expires without loosing any time on the new certificate we suggest
you book up early to avoid last minute panics.
Hints
for a hassle free MOT
• Book up early
within the month before your MOT expires.
• Avoid waiting
until the last few days of any calendar month.
• Preferably have
your can regularly serviced.
• Check the simple
things - lights - wipers - washers - horn - tyre condition.
• Bring your existing
MOT if it has un-expired time left.
Is your
car a Diesel?
The diesel emissions check involves accelerating the engine
3 - 6 times from idle speed until the govenor cuts in. This test
has been developed so that it will not damage your engine provided
it is in good condition. Before we carry out the test we will make
several perparatory checks and also ask some questions.
• We'll ask if
the vehicle has been serviced, and whether the camshaft drive belt
has been changed, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
• We'll also ask
if there is any reason to think there could be a problem doing the
emissions check.
• The diesel smoke
test must be carried out with the engine at its proper working temperature.
Help us by arrving with a fully warmed up engine - it will produce
less smoke and is safer to test.
If your
car does fail
we'll be pleased to quote for any necessary repairs or you can make
your own arrangements. Whatever your choice we'll carry out a free
re-test up to two weeks from the original test.
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