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tested annually to ensure that it is being maintained in a roadworthy condition. The test fee paid to the garage covers the cost of carrying out the inspection whether the vehicle passes the test or fads, so it makes sense to carry out your own pre-test check beforehmd. Bear in mlnd that even a simple item Iike a parking Iamp or one of the screen washers not working could "fail" the car. Obviously a DIY owner will not be able to examine a car to the same standard of inspection as an official tester, but you could avoid a needless failure certificate just by being aware of the checks that the tester will
make. All the items that will come under the tester's scrutiny are included in this repair manual, although this book is not compiled specifically for passing the test. However, if you work your way tluough the items shown on these two pages and turn to the appropriate page, you will have the information required either to check or service the relevant compo-
LIGHTING EQUIPMENT..
..... .Pages 24, 152 I
AU external lights must be in working order including the headlamp main and dipped beam - and visible from a reasonable distance. Light lenses and reflectors must not be damaged or missing. The indicators must flash at the correct rate - between one and two flashes per second and the panel warninp. lights must also be functioning. Headlamps must be correctly ahgned. The stop lamps must illuminate whenever the foot brake is used.
STEERING.
..................Pages 21,114
Check for excessive play in all steering components from the road wheels to the steering wheel. Check for any
unusual stiffness in the steering operation. The steering wheel should freely turn from one side through to full lock on the other side. Feel for play in the lower column universal joint, the rack mountings and steering ball joints. Examine the steering column bushes for wear by pushing the steering wheel back and forth well as sideways. Examine the gaiters for any splits or tearing.
WHEEL BEARINGS.
....... Pages 21,123,131
Rdse and support each wheel in turn and check for bearing slackness or roughness by turning the wheel. A worn bearing will either be heard or felt at the tyre as the wheel turns. Grasp the wheel at the top and bottom then sock it to check for excessive or insufficient bearing dearmce. If the bearings appear to be damaged or worn, or if there are any signs of grease leakage from the oil seals, the hub assembly should be overhauled. The condition should be checked whenever a wheel is off the ground, for whatever reason.
SEATBELTS
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T h e MOT tester will check the .seat belts for security and the fabric for chafmg and any obvious damage. Check the belt locking mechanism by pulling slowly out of the top mounting,then sharply. The belt should instantly lock. The belt should retract smoothly once released. Check the belt and stalk mounting points for security. There should be no structural rust near the seat belt mounting points.
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