Wednesday 5th August 2026
Yes, emissions can fail your MOT if they exceed the legal limits for your vehicle. An emissions fail is always a major fault, so you cannot legally drive the car away until it passes a retest, except to a pre-booked repair. If your vehicle is emitting thick black smoke it will be classified as dange... Read More
Thursday 30th July 2026
Yes, your exhaust can fail an MOT test if it has a major fault such as a serious leak, doesn’t fit properly, lets fumes into the cabin, is too noisy or fails the emissions test. Less serious issues, such as early signs of corrosion or a leak that has not yet reached the tailpipe are more likely to... Read More
Wednesday 29th July 2026
Yes, a cracked windscreen can fail your MOT. But it depends on the size of the damage and exactly what part of the glass the crack or chip appears on. A chip as small as 10 mm could fail the test if it falls directly in the driver's line of sight, whereas damage up to 40 mm is allowed almost anywher... Read More
Wednesday 15th July 2026
Losing your car keys can be a stressful moment, but the immediate steps you take afterwards matter most. Check your home, contact places you’ve visited and retrace your steps. If you need a replacement, arrange one through your dealership, locksmith or your car insurance. Most cars can be driven wit... Read More
Tuesday 14th July 2026
A record 2.15 million vehicles failed their MOT due to tyre defects in the last year, making them one of the most common reasons for MOT failure. Our guide will explain each reason a tyre could fail, what counts as a minor advisory, and what you need to check before you book your test. What tyre cr... Read More
