MOT Testing After the MOT Extension
If you took advantage of the MOT test extension that was available during the COVID-19 Pandemic, chances are that you are facing your MOT testing time very soon or it’s very much in your calendar for the next month or two. Because of the fact that MOT tests usually take place regularly every year, this has seen many vehicles not undergo their MOT test for longer than the usual testing period. You may have continued to maintain and service your vehicle but if you didn’t arrange for regular servicing and/or didn’t regularly maintain your vehicle - we highly recommend that you prioritise this before your MOT test.
At Freeway Exhaust & Tyre Centre, we are one of the leading providers of MOTs and MOT Testing in Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding areas. We are more than happy to discuss your requirements, any concerns that you may have regarding an MOT test when arranging for the test after an extension. Get in touch with our expert team today by visiting our purpose-built MOT testing centre & garage, call our team now or use an online contact form on our website.
Arranging for a Service Before Your MOT Test
Arranging for a car service is always recommended at least once per year. If you have used the MOT extension and haven’t had a full service carried out on your vehicle - this is highly recommended. A vehicle service ensures that a number of checks are carried out on your vehicle before your MOT if needed, makes your vehicle more efficient on the road and can increase your MPG. With the cost of fuel at the moment, MPG is highly important and you can reduce MPG using a number of methods including a car service. If you haven’t arranged for a service - get in touch with our team today!
Learning How To Action Vehicle Maintenence That You Can Do At Home
There are a number of maintenance tasks that you can carry out on your vehicle at home. Whether you have the MOT extension or your MOT is at its regular yearly renewal, you will benefit from learning the types of maintenance that you can carry out at home. It’s also important to remember that if your vehicle has something wrong or you feel that something is wrong and you can’t repair it yourself - you need to visit the experts at the garage. Some examples of maintenance that you can do at home are below:
- Tyre maintenance is extremely important and should be the first type of maintenance that you learn should you not be familiar with the tasks associated with checking your tyres. Checking that tread depth has not exceeded the 1.6mm legal limit and that there are no objects embedded in your tyres should be carried out once a week.
- You should also learn how to check the engine oil levels with your engine dipstick although this can be checked at the garage and will be checked during servicing.
- Don’t be afraid to speak to the experts if you have any doubts! There are also tutorials and handy guides online that can help you get on top of your car maintenance.
Preparing For Your MOT After The Extension
If your vehicle has not had regular servicing then we highly recommend booking in a car service now. We are more than happy to also discuss the maintenance of your vehicle and can carry out your car servicing and MOT in our purpose-built garage.
At Freeway Exhaust & Tyre Centre, we are one of the leading providers of MOT Testing & MOTs in Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding areas.
Get in touch today. Use an online contact form on our website or call now.
Written on 31st March 2022