Yahoo News Here's everything you need to know about the new MOT test
Do you own a diesel car?
If so, there’s a chance that passing your MOT is about to become even harder, thanks to new rules that are coming into force this May.
All vehicles will now be required to undergo rigorous emissions tests, and faults will be rated in three defect categories: dangerous, major, and minor.
But what does it mean for your car? Here’s what you need to know.
Will it make the test harder to pass?
In theory, that depends on the emissions that your car is releasing into the environment.
If a car is found to have a minor defect, this will be recorded but ultimately allowed to pass – although it’s an automatic fail if your car falls into the dangerous category.
When it comes to diesel cars, an automatic fail will be issued if they have been fitted with a filter that pumps out ‘visible smoke of any colour’.
What other new rules could fail my car?
The Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has also released new steering rules. A steering box leaking oil would receive a minor fault, but it will be pushed up to a major rating and failed if the leak is deemed serious enough.
Reverse lights will be also be checked to see if they are ‘significantly or obviously worn.’
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How can I remember that my MOT is due?
This one is extremely simple – the DVSA has now set up a service for text message and email reminders – allowing you to receive a message when it’s due.
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