Owning Classic Cars: 10 MOT Preparation Tips for your Classic Car

From Classic Car Life

10 MOT Preparation Tips fro your Classic Car

Classic cars are the pride and joy of many people all over the world. However, old cars can be tricky to maintain so that they stay roadworthy. The dreaded MOT comes around all too soon, so it is always best to be as prepared as possible for the big day. See the top 10 guide to getting your car and classic car parts ready to pass the test.

1. The VIN or chassis plate of classic cars should be unobscured, correct for its year and have the letters properly spaced out.

2. Ensure your horn works and is sufficiently loud.

3. Steering should be smooth with no faults or issues.

4. Make sure that all lights work, including the hazards, reverse, indicators, brake headlights, number plate lamps.

5. The condition of the body is especially important: old cars should have no jagged edges; the body should be properly attached if separate chassis; suspension and steering pickup points must be solid.

6. The seats should be secure and not move around in transit.

7. Windscreen cracks or chips could fail classic cars MOT if in driver’s line of sight.

8. Make sure wipers are not split.

9. Seatbelts should not be torn or frayed and must fasten/unfasten correctly.

10. Tyres and wheels should be in good condition. No worn down skinny tyres.