MOT

 Generally identifying mechanical issues before an MOT can reduce the cost by 10-15%. If you can identify what areas of your car require work, you may save the MOT centre time and therefore incur a reduced cost for the MOT service. Some of the best ways to save you money on your MOT are to do some of the basic check yourself. To check all your suspension apply weight to each corner of the car and release, if the suspension raises and lowers with a smooth movement it is working well. To check steering, you will need to do some stationary checks. Check the full range of steering, check for unresponsiveness or any wobbles with the steering wheel. These can all be issues with the steering column. The fuel system can also be checked making sure all connection from the fuel tank to the engine are secure and no pipes or connections are leaking. One of the common issues with the fuel system is the fuel cap. You must make sure it is able to fully seal the tank. Doing some of these test your...