Why the MOT is so important

The General Periodic Test (APK) is mandatory for all cars older than 3 years. The purpose of the MOT is to ensure that cars are in a good state of repair, thus preventing accidents. Thus, the MOT inspection is there to ensure safety on the road.

For the MOT inspection, different parts of the car are checked. It looks at the tyres, brakes, shock absorbers, steering, lighting, exhaust system, and also environmental requirements. If any problems are found during the MOT inspection, they must be fixed before the car is allowed back on the road. In this blog, we explain exactly which parts the car is checked for.

What is checked?

At the MOT, a car is assessed for the following components: road safety (brakes, suspension, shock absorbers, tyres, steering, lighting and bodywork) the environment (exhaust emissions) registration (mileage, vehicle certificate, identification number and fuel used).

A number of changes to the MOT legislation have been introduced with effect from 20 May 2018. There will be checks for leakage of fluids (excluding water) and the operation of control systems for airbags, belt tensioners, tyre pressure (TPMS), electronic power steering and braking systems and stability and anti-lock braking systems. Soot filter One change draws the explicit attention of diesel drivers. The MOT will now check for the presence of a particulate filter.

What does the MOT cost?

The cost of an MOT inspection can range from €20 to €50, depending on the garage where you have the inspection carried out. Of course, this does not include the cost of upgrading parts of the car.

Is the tow bar checked at the MOT?

Yes, the tow bar is checked at the MOT. In the MOT inspection, it is checked whether the tow bar is in good condition and whether all mounting parts are present. It also checks whether the towbar can support the right forces. If the towbar is not in good condition, it is usually replaced or reinforced. Then, the towbar is checked again at the MOT. A hitch mounting So can be handy for transporting stuff, but at the MOT it has to be in order.