Pre MOT Check
Enter your registration number to get a free MOT pre-check report and help improve the chances of passing your MOT.
Our pre MOT check services provides you with a personalised report including a checklist to help improve your chances of passing first time.
Will My Car Pass Its MOT?
Enter your registration to get a free MOT Pre-Check report for your vehicle.
We’ll analyse the MOT history of your vehicle and provide an MOT Readiness Score based on factors such as:
- Previous MOT failures
- Previous advisories
- Vehicle age
- Mileage history
You can then complete a simple MOT checklist to help improve your score before booking an MOT test.
What’s Included?
The MOT Pre-Check report includes:
- MOT Readiness Score
- Previous MOT advisories
- MOT pass and fail history
- MOT pass rate
- Mileage history
- MOT preparation checklist
The report is available instantly using just the registration number.
How Does The MOT Readiness Score Work?
The MOT Readiness Score is designed to highlight vehicles that may be at greater risk of failing an MOT.
The score is based on information available from previous MOT tests, common failures and vehicle mileage.
Vehicles with a history of repeated advisories or MOT failures may receive a lower score.
You can improve your score by completing the MOT checklist and checking that any previous advisory items have been repaired.
MOT Pass Rate
The report also shows the historical MOT pass rate for the vehicle.
This allows you to quickly see how often the vehicle has passed or failed previous MOT tests.
A history of repeated failures may indicate that additional checks should be completed before the next MOT.
How Long Does A MOT Pre-Check Take?
Simply enter the registration number to view the MOT history, previous advisories and MOT readiness score instantly.
Completing all of the pre-MOT checklist may take around 30 minutes depending on the number of recommendations displayed for your vehicle.
MOT Checklist
Many MOT failures are caused by issues that can be spotted before the vehicle reaches the test centre.
The MOT Pre-Check report includes a personalised checklist designed to help you identify common problems before booking your MOT.
💡 Check All Lights
Make sure all lights are working correctly, including:
- Headlights
- Brake lights
- Indicators
- Rear lights
- Number plate lights
Faulty bulbs are one of the easiest MOT failures to avoid.
💧 Check Washer Fluid
Make sure there is enough screenwash in the bottle and confirm that the washers spray correctly onto the windscreen.
If the tester is unable to clean the windscreen with washer fluid, it will result in an MOT failure.
🛞 Check Tyres
Check that all tyres have at least 1.6mm tread depth. You can buy low cost tools for this that will give you an accurate reading.
You can also check your tread with a 20p coin by putting it between the sections of tread on each tyre. The tyre should cover the edge of the center section of the 20p.
You should also look for:
- Cuts
- Cracks
- Bulges
Damaged tyres or low tread will result in an MOT failure.
🚘 Check Windscreen
Check the windscreen for chips or cracks.
Damage in certain sections of the windscreen (especially that affect the drivers view) can cause the vehicle to fail.
🌧️ Check Wipers
Your windscreen wipers should clear the glass well without smearing.
You can replace damaged or worn blades before the test easily yourself.
🚗 Check Mirrors
Check that all mirrors are:
- Securely attached to the vehicle
- Free from any damage to the glass
Damage to mirrors that affects visibility can result in an MOT failure.
💺 Check Seatbelts
Check that every seatbelt:
- Locks into place correctly
- Isn't damaged and retracts easily
⛽ Check Engine Oil
Check the engine oil level using the dipstick.
The oil level should be between the minimum and maximum marks.
❄️ Check Coolant
When the engine is cold, check that the coolant level is between the minimum and maximum marks shown on the expansion tank under the bonnet.
⚠️ Check Previous Advisories
The MOT Pre-Check report highlights advisory notices from previous MOT tests.
If these issues have not been repaired, they could result in an MOT failure next time if they have worn more since the last test.
Checking previous advisories is one of the simplest ways to improve your chances of passing.
Why Check Previous MOT Advisories?
An advisory is an issue identified during an MOT that was not serious enough to fail the vehicle.
Examples might include:
- Tyres approaching the legal limit
- Minor corrosion
- Worn suspension components
- Slightly damaged lights
These issues are often the first things that become MOT failures at a later date.
The MOT Pre-Check report highlights previous advisories so you can check they have been repaired before booking your MOT.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an MOT Pre-Check the same as an MOT?
Our MOT Pre-Check is designed to help identify potential issues before the vehicle is tested. This won't affect your full MOT test directly, but it can definitely save you wasted time and money if your vehicle fails for something that could have been repaired in advance.
Can I improve my MOT Readiness Score?
The checklist is designed to help identify simple issues before your MOT. Repairing advisory items and fixing any problems found during the checks may improve your score.
Does a high MOT Readiness Score guarantee a pass?
The score is based on historical MOT data and information available about the vehicle. It cannot identify every possible issue that may be found during an MOT inspection.
What information do I need?
Simply enter the vehicle registration number to a get a free pre MOT check.
The report is generated instantly using MOT and vehicle history data.
Can I complete the checklist myself?
Most of the checks included in the report can be completed without specialist tools or mechanical knowledge.
If you find a problem that you are unsure about, you should speak to the garage before booking your MOT.