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If your vehicle does not meet the standards set out by the DVSA it will fail its MOT test, and must be repaired before an MOT pass certificate can be issued. A valid MOT certificate is a legal requirement in the UK, and you will be unable to renew your road tax until a current MOT pass certificate is issued.
The nominated tester at the centre will provide a VT30 'Refusal of an MOT Test Certificate', giving a report on the areas in which your vehicle failed and will be able to provide advice in order to rectify any issues highlighted during the MOT test. Please note that some Kwik Fit centres may be unable to carry out some types of repair work required if your vehicle fails its MOT. For more information, please contact your local centre.
If you think the nominated tester has been unfair, you can appeal against the decision. Please ask for a VT17 form that explains how to make an appeal against the results of an MOT test.
There are also certain circumstances in which you may be entitled to a free MOT re-test.
My car has failed its MOT check, can I still drive it?
It is illegal to drive without a valid MOT certificate, so whether you can drive your car will depend on whether the date on your old MOT certificate has passed. If the renewal date on your valid MOT test certificate is still to come, then you may only drive your car to be repaired or to a pre-arranged MOT appointment, and even then only if it has been confirmed as roadworthy.
Except for in some exceptional circumstances, you should absolutely not drive a car that does not have an MOT - as you may not be covered by your insurance. For peace of mind it’s worth booking your MOT before your old one runs out – you can book up to 28 days in advance and your old date will roll over to the next year, you will not lose out on the days in between.
If the vehicle fails solely because of one or more specific items (see list below) and no other unlisted failures are identified, provided the vehicle is returned for re-test by the end of the next working day, then no fee applies.
How to claim an MOT re-test free of charge
The DVSA stipulates that there are only two sets of circumstances in which the MOT re-test is free of charge, that is:
If the vehicle has failed the MOT check and is left at the testing station for repair and re-test and does not leave the testing station, then the re-test is free.
If the vehicle fails because of one or more specific items (see list below), provided the vehicle is returned for re-test by the end of the next working day, then no fee applies.
Free Retest Criteria
No fee will be charged for a retest if your vehicle is repaired and returned for a retest before the end of the next working day if the failure is for one of the following:
Bonnet
Boot lid
Brake pedal anti-slip device
Direction indicators
Doors
Drop-sides
Fuel Filler Cap
Hazard Warning
Horn
Lamps
Loading door
Mirrors
Rear reflectors
Registration plates
Seat belts (but not anchorages)
Seats
Sharp edges or projections
Steering wheel
Tailboard
Tailgate
Tyres *
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Windscreen and glass
Windscreen washer and wipers
Wheels *
* Excludes motorbikes and motorbikes with sidecars
If your vehicle fails an emissions test because of defective exhaust components, it may not be necessary to replace the complete exhaust system. Even a small leak in the exhaust can affect test readings so have the exhaust components checked at Kwik Fit before submitting your vehicle for its annual MOT Test.
Your tyre size can be found on the sidewall of your current tyre and is a sequence of numbers and letters. The most common tyre size in the UK is 205/55R16 but there are many variations so it’s important to check your existing tyre first before searching for tyres.
Tip: Take a photo of your existing tyre sidewall to make it easier to identify your tyre size using the guide below.
The first three digits. This displays the width of the tyre in millimetres. A tyre marked 225 will measure 225mm across the tread from sidewall to sidewall.
Aspect Ratio
The fourth and fifth digits of the tyre code that immediately follow the tyre width. The aspect ratio or profile height of the tyre sidewall is expressed as a percentage of the tyre width. So an aspect ratio of 55 for example means that the profile height of the tyre is 55% of its width.
Rim Diameter
The next two digits represent the size of the wheel rim that the tyre can be fitted to. It is also the diameter of the tyre from bead to bead. So a tyre marked 16 will fit on a 16-inch wheel rim.
Speed Rating
The speed rating of a tyre is represented by a letter of the alphabet at the end of the tyre size code and indicates the maximum speed capability of the tyre. Tyres receive a speed rating based on a series of tests which measure the tyres capability to handle a set speed for a prolonged period of time.
Select your tyre speed rating to find out the maximum speed your tyres can maintain.
If you are unsure what speed rating you need, be sure to check your vehicle handbook. Choosing a lower speed rating than that recommended by your vehicle manufacturer could potentially invalidate your insurance.
Load Rating
The load index provides information on the maximum weight capability for the tyre. The load index is a numerical code that can be located just after the tyre size marking and before the speed rating.
Select your load index to find out the maximum load capability for your tyres.
Although not illegal, it is not advisable to have tyres with a lower speed rating or load index than the manufacturer recommended tyre specification for your vehicle, or to have a combination of different tyre construction types. Consult your vehicle handbook to confirm your vehicle’s tyre speed rating and load index as well as any additional requirements.
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We endeavour to ensure we are displaying the correct tyres for your vehicle. However, we recommend all customers check the tyre size printed on the side wall of their tyres before proceeding with a tyre purchase as occasionally discrepancies do occur. By selecting the tyre sizes above and clicking 'Continue', you are indicating that you have checked your tyre sizes.
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Please note: There is a slope that the vehicle must be driven up to reach the vehicle ramp at this centre. This may prevent us from being able to work on some high-performance vehicles, Tesla vehicles or vehicles that have been lowered. If your vehicle has low ground clearance, please contact the centre team on 01342 314 111 before booking.
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