Car & Commercial MOT in Leeds & Bradford

We offer Class 4 & Class 7 MoT’s

Our MoT centre is approved by the Government appointed Vehicle Operator Services Agency (VOSA) and all MoT tests are completed by MoT testers nominated by VOSA.

If your vehicle is 3 years or older you are required by law to have an annual safety check, the ministry of transport test, commonly known as the MoT Test. The purpose of the MoT test is to ensure the vehicle meets the minimum safety level required by law.

During the MoT test the nominated tester, a person authorised by the government body called VOSA (Vehicle and Operator Services Agency) will conduct an inspection and a comprehensive series of checks around the vehicle, including the interior, exterior, under the bonnet and under the vehicle. The result of each check is recorded- if the vehicle passes a VT20 ‘pass’ certificate is issued. If the vehicle fails to meet the required standard a VT30 ‘failure’ document is issued. Items that are not quite a failure, but worthy of a mention to you so you can keep an eye on them are drawn to your attention as ‘advisory’ items.

It is your responsibility to ensure your vehicle is examined every 12 months. Without a current MoT certificate, you will be unable to drive your vehicle lawfully or renew your road fund license. Recent computerisation of the MoT testing system by VOSA means police and mobile camera units can now check remotely to see if your vehicle has a current MoT.

The penalty for not having an up to date MoT certificate could be a fine. Also if the vehicle is involved in an accident you may be asked to produce your MoT certificate. An insurance claim could be affected by the absence of your MoT, especially in the case of injury.

If your vehicle does fail its MoT then we will be more than happy to carry out the necessary repairs and retest.

What is involved?

The annual testing of your vehicle to ensure it meets minimum road safety standards. You may view the MOT test if you wish. It will be carried out by a Vehicle Inspectorate approved tester. An assistant is essential for proper conduct of the MOT test. You must not interrupt or distract the tester during the inspection. Due to MOT procedures, items may appear under more than one heading.

Driving Controls Exterior Brake Performance
  • Steering Wheel and Column
  • Footbrake and Servo
  • Handbrake
  • Light Switches and Horn
  • Windscreen Wipers and Washers
  • Suspension
  • Shock Absorber Effectiveness
  • Tyres and Wheels
  • Body Condition
  • Footbrake Efficiency
  • Front Brake Balance
  • Handbrake Efficiency
Lights Under Bonnet Under Vehicle
  • Sidelamps
  • Direction Indicators
  • Headlamps
  • Headlamp Aim
  • Reflectors
  • Stop Lamps
  • Rear Lamps
  • Fog Lamps
  • Braking Components
  • Suspension
  • Steering
  • Exhaust
  • Chassis
  • Steering
  • Tyres and Wheels
  • Foot and Handbrake System
  • Suspension and Shock Absorbers
  • Wheel Bearings and Driveshafts
Exhaust Emission Important
  • Carbon Monoxide (CO) Emission
  • Hydrocarbon (HC) Emission
  • Lambda
  • Excessive Visible Smoke
 An MOT Certificate relates only to the condition of testable items at the time of the test. It should not be regarded as evidence of the condition of the items tested at any other time nor should it be taken as evidence of the general mechanical condition of the vehicle.