Failing MOT

nic82

Not sure if this is the correct place to post , so if not, please could someone move it into the right place?

Does anyone know whether a cracked numberplate will fail an MOT?

Thanks!

Nile

Hello nic82


I've moved your thread to the 'Motoring & Public Transport' board, where it should get more views and responses.

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Nile

amazon_spice

says here must not be cracked :

http://www.parkers.co.uk/guides/index.aspx?guideid=0&section=42&page=48

Volcano

Yes, my car failed it's MOT recently on a (slightly) cracked numberplate.

nic82

Nile wrote:

Hello nic82

I've moved your thread to the 'Motoring & Public Transport' board, where it should get more views and responses.

Urgh, how embarrassing . I didn't even see this board!

Thanks Nile.

nic82

Thanks volcano and amazon_spice. :beer:

Now, I wonder if I can get a new number plate made and fitted by tomorrow evening

Don't really fancy paying to have an MOT on Thursday which will fail and then have to pay for another one. :rolleyes:

NastyMatt

A lot of MOT stations will not charge you for a retest with in 7 days. They'll just check the items it failed on, so check with your testing station. That way you can get the number plate ordered and not have to worry about paying for two MOT's.

Volcano

Many motor factor places can make you one up on the spot, just remember your documentation.

calmgirl

it should fail the mot yes. but mine never has for this purpose. just lucky I suppose Either taht or using the mot garage as your local shop helps

nic82

Went to Halfords last night and got one made up on the spot. Excellent service too.

Thank you for all your help.