3. a headlight alignment test (single biggest reason for failing an MOT test)

4. a shaker plate test of all steered axles, to check steering components and wheel bearings

5. an under-body inspection to check the condition of; brake components, exhaust, propshaft, loading valves, air leaks, fluid leaks, etc.

6. a Brake Roller test, checking the function, effort, bind and ovality of brake components

The team here at UK Truck & Plant Group are fully qualified IRTEC technicians who have been trained to DVSA-examined standards. You can rest assured that your MOT and preparations are being carried out to full DVSA standards.

Once the above is checked, we will inform you of any faults and then once you have agreed on the costs, we will conduct the repairs needed.

We won't try and catch you out with unnecessary work- we will always advise you of the legal limits/requirements and inform you if something needs urgent repairing/replacing, or if it may be needed further down the line.

We recommend you make yourself aware of the current UK testing standards and requirements to inform yourself of the HGV MOT standards.

If you're preparing your own vehicle for MOT, or using mobile HGV repair companies (where the facilities/tools required may not be accessible) there are guides to help you.

For an understanding on Brake Roller tests, this government guide will help make sure you're prepared.

We have a drive-through set of Brake Rollers at our workshop to help set up your vehicle and ensure it meets DVSA standards-whether to use for setting up your vehicle, after you have completed your own work or after replacing brake pads, discs or chambers.

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