Taking your car in for its next MOT is always a daunting
prospect. There’s always that feeling of guilt when you realise that you
probably should have taken better care of your car. And then there’s the cost;
MOTs will notify you on necessary, but expensive, repairs that are needed to
keep your car on the road.
Well, with the help of this guide, we’re going to help you
cut the cost and make your car safe. Follow these simple checks and adopt these
good habits to keep your car in tip-top condition.
Peugeot specific
There are a few important things you can do as a Peugeot
owner to keep your car in the best possible condition. Checking you oil levels
is easy and all you need is a rag and a few minutes of your time. Park your car
in a level area and remove the dipstick from the engine. Wipe it clean, place
it into the engine once more and then remove it again to see the remaining oil
levels; if it’s getting a bit low, it may be time for a top up.
If something ever goes wrong with your car, we’d recommend
using genuine Peugeot spare parts to keep it running efficiently. Alternative
brands may not perform as well, or last as long.
Quick Checks
We find that the best way to check the lights on your car is
to request the help of a friend. Have them sit in the car while you walk around
the vehicle checking all the front and rear highlights. Have them flick the
indicators on and off, as well as the hazard and dipped lights.
If any are broken, it’s relatively cheap and easy to replace
them. It’s an easy thing to check but according to VOSA,
it’s actually what 19 per cent of cars fail their tests on.
Tyres are also incredibly important. The legal minimum for
tread depth on your tyres is 1.6mm along the centre of each tyre. A good check
for this is to place a 20p coin in the lowest tread depth on your tyres. If the
outer rim of the coin is hidden then your tire has passed. If you can see the
outer rim, your tyre will need to be seen by a professional. Tyne & Auto Centre Group
carries out car
servicing in Middlesbrough, Darlington, Easington and Stockton on Tees. If
you feel your tire could fail your MOT, they can provide a replacement and
fitting service.
You should also check your wind shield to ensure there is no
damage larger than 10mm in the central view. Additionally, the cumulative area
of damage should be larger than 40mm. If it does, you could check with your
insurance company to see if the repair is covered.
As a final tip, make sure your car is clean when you take it
in to be checked. Other drivers should be able to read your license plate from
20 meters away, so make sure you give it a wipe down!
For more information on the test, gov.uk has an excellent guide that details
what’s involved before, after and during your MOT.
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