Located in Bramcote, Nottingham, Bramcote Hills Garage offer class 4 and 7 MOT testing which is undertaken in their own test centre. MOT testing can be carried out whilst you wait by prior appointment.

Class 4 MOTs

Servicing

General Repairs

Petrol & Diesels

Bramcote Hills garage are fully equipped to cater for repairs, servicing and general maintenance on all types and ages of car and light commercial vehicle.

To book your vehicle in for an MOT or for any other enquiries call 01159 254 633

Common MOT Questions & Answers

What is an MOT?

The MOT scheme is primarily a road safety measure designed to ensure as far as possible that all cars, motorcycles and light goods vehicles more than 3 years old are properly maintained and at least once a year are examined at an authorised MOT test station to make sure that they comply with certain important requirements of the law

M.O.T. Stands for Ministry Of Transport

Remember- the test certificate relates only to the condition of the testable items at the time of the test and should not be regarded as evidence of their condition at any other time; nor should it be accepted as evidence of the general mechanical condition of the vehicle

Can I watch an MOT vehicle inspection?

Yes providing you do not cause any interference to the test.

If I Have No Tax Or Mot Can Drive My Car?

Any vehicle can be driven to and from a testing station for the purposes of having its MOT by appointment without tax and a MOT but must be INSURED, if there are any faults that are notified to you either on an advisory note or a VT30 failure certificate, then if you remove the vehicle from the garage to have the faults rectified and have accident then if the fault was a contributory factor then you could have a problem with your insurance :ie faulty tyres would be a good example

How long do I have after failing an MOT before taking the second test?

There is no set time limit before a retest and it is at the discretion of the individual. Remember - a car that does not have a current MOT Certificate is not allowed to be used on the road except when going for repairs for a test, or to a prearranged test.

Do you give a free re-test?

Yes subject to conditions.

When is my car eligible for its first MOT?

When it is three years old

How long does an MOT test take?

Approximately 45 minutes, but varies.

Do I need to make an appointment for my car to be tested?

Normally yes

Am I notified by the VIA when my test date is due?

Unlike road tax, where you receive a reminder, the mot test is your responsibility.

My MOT is due on the 5/7/2000. Can I take it before that date?

Yes, but the MOT certificate is only valid for 12 months from the date of the test.

Do I need to stay with my vehicle?

Normally no.

I have lost my MOT certificate, can I get a duplicate copy?

Yes - The simplest way is to go back to the garage where the vehicle was tested, tell them the approximate date of the test and they should be able to give you a duplicate certificate. The fee is £10.00.

If you do not have the details of the garage (i.e. You have just bought the car) The Vehicle Inspectorate (0845 600 5977) may be able to help.