MOT Testing
Tests at Tutts of Dorking cost £50.00 and are exempt from VAT. They are carried out in a separate bay (from which you can watch your MOT if you wish) on a state-of-the-art ATL (automated test lane). Re-tests are free within 10 working days. All repair work can be quoted for and carried out by us, however you’re welcome to repair your vehicle yourself or use your normal garage.
While-you-wait appointments are available at half past the hour intervals but must be booked in advance.
To help you obtain a pass first time you can carry out simple checks of items such as lights and tyres and ensure your screen washer bottle is topped up yourself.
What the MOT test includes:
Is free from excessive corrosion or damage in specific areas and there are no sharp edges likely to cause injury.
FUEL SYSTEM
Has no leaks and the fuel cap fastens and seals securely. The fuel cap will need to be opened so be sure the key is available.
EXHAUST EMISSIONS
The vehicle meets the requirements for exhaust emissions, dependant on the age and fuel type of the vehicle.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
Is secure, complete, without serious leaks and silences effectively.
SEAT BELTS
All belts installed are checked for type, condition, operation and security. All compulsory seat belts must be in place.
SEATS
The front seats are secure. Front and rear backseats can be secured in the upright position.
DOORS
Latch securely in closed position. Front doors should open from inside and outside the vehicle. Rear doors may need to be opened to gain access to testable items.
MIRRORS
The minimum numbers are on the vehicle, their condition and security.
Boot or tailgate can be secured in the closed position.
BRAKES
Their condition, operation and performance (efficiency test). Note the removal of the road wheels is not part of the test.
TYRES AND WHEELS
Their condition, security, size, type and tread depth. Spare tyres are not inspected.
NUMBER PLATES
Their condition, security, characters correctly formed and spaced.
LIGHTS
Their condition, operation and security. Headlamps for aim.
BONNET
Securely latches in the closed position.
WIPERS AND WASHERS
Operate to give the driver a clear view ahead.
WINDSCREEN
Its condition and the driver’s view of the road.
HORN
Operates correctly and is of a suitable type.
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
Are of a satisfactory condition and operation.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
Is on vehicles first used on or after 1st August 1980. Not more than one different VIN is displayed except on multistage build vehicles.
To check the status of the MOT test on your car or one you are thinking of buying, you will need the registration number and the document reference number from the front of the V5c registration document, go to the direct.gov website and the result will provide the date of the last text, the mileage reading at the time of the test and the MOT expiry date.
If you would like to see the MOT history (dating back to 2005 when MOTs became computerised) you can do that by supplying the same information on the direct.gov website and the result will provide MOT dates, mileages and details of failure items.
MOT tests are regulated by VOSA, part of the Department For Transport.
