The Ministry of Transport (MOT) is the most essential need of any vehicle that runs over the UK roads. Indeed, It doesn’t matter if you have a sedan or a motorcycle, you should go for an MOT test in your nearest MOT test centre. However, choosing an authorized MOT test centre is a more wise option. Is your car more than three years old? or Are you looking for a trustworthy MOT test site? Or are you curious to know which 7 MOT test class your car qualifies for? This site is for you if you’re thinking about such things.
What is an MOT test?
MOT is a test of a vehicle given by the UK government. In this test, your Sedan, SUV, Van, Truck, Motorcycle or any kind of vehicle goes for an annual vehicle parts check. Indeed, you can’t drive your vehicle on UK roads. In an MOT test, every part is checked that causes any collision. The engine, gearbox, and clutch were never checked during an MOT test hence these parts are not a safety concern.
Now, learn about the vehicle parts that come under an MOT test; Tyres, exhaust, brake, suspension, fuel system, lights, Wheel alignment, mirrors, windshield, windshield washer or wiper, seatbelt, windows, AC, wheels, and battery. Apart from this, you should have a legal vehicle number. If you are a new car owner and going for the MOT test for the first time, you should know which MOT class is for your car type. However, visit DMH Tyres Widnes, the professional will decide which MOT Widnes class suits your vehicle type.
Now, glance at the main MOT class; Classes 4 and 7.
What is Class 4 MOT?
Class 4 MOT is for sedans, mini, coupes and SUVs. However, this MOT class also contains many other commercial or passenger vehicles that have 8 maximum passenger seats. Ambulances, taxis, campervans, and many small commercial vehicles. In other words, a passenger or commercial vehicle of 900 kg to 3000 kg comes under a class 4 MOT test. Indeed, passenger vehicles such as sedans, coupes, minis, and SUVs, have less weight between 1000 kg to 2400kg.
Above, 3000 kg has been mentioned because of other criteria of class 4 MOT. class 4 MOT is classified into two parts. The other part is class 4a MOT. The passenger vehicle with up to 9-12 passenger seats needs a 4a class MOT. Now talking about the MOT test cost; the cost is between £54-£64.
What is Class 7 MOT?
This MOT class is for heavy commercial vehicles. The commercial vehicle weight between 3000-3500 kg needs a class 7 MOT. This MOT test is very similar to the class 4 or 4a MOT test. However, testing the big vehicles needs more time and deep checks. As you know, these vehicles carry heavy weights, eventually, it is necessary to check the load capacity or speed rating with heavy loads. If professionals get the tyre is not able to carry heavy loads as recommended in the load index, they will tell you for the tyre replacement.
Apart from Tyre, the professionals check all the parts more carefully in this test. The price of this MOT is around £60. Come to the DMH Tyres Widnes and get the Class 7 MOT Widnes.