How Are MOT Failures Categorised? A Guide to Major, Minor, and Dangerous Defects
15/09/2025
Not every car is perfect, and there’s a chance you may know about some problems when yours goes in for an MOT, but will they cause it to fail? Or is there a chance they’ll be overlooked?
It can be...
Understanding Your MOT Test Certificate
15/09/2025
So you just passed your MOT, congratulations! But maybe they didn’t give you a printed certificate, and now you’ve got questions. In this guide, you can find everything you need to know for understanding your MOT test certificate, from what...
Top Reasons Cars Fail MOTs – And How to Avoid Them
15/09/2025
Are you aware of any issues with your car and have an MOT coming up? Plenty of vehicles fail their MOT each year—in 2023, over a quarter of cars failed their initial test—and plenty more pass even with small issues....
How to Know If Your Head Gasket Has Blown: 5 Telltale Signs
15/09/2025
A blown head gasket isn’t a very common problem, and it’s one most drivers will never have to deal with - data from Warranty Direct suggests that around 6% of used cars between 3 and 12 years old will suffer...
How to Tell If Your Car's Alternator Is Failing
31/07/2025
Your car’s alternator is a component that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy within your car. This component takes some energy from your engine when it's running and uses that energy to recharge your car’s battery. This energy then powers...
When to Change Your Timing Belt?
31/07/2025
The timing belt is one of the most crucial components of a car, and yet many car owners are completely unaware of how to tell when theirs is failing. Also called a cambelt, the timing belt helps keep all the...
How to Spot Wear and Tear Before Your Next MOT
31/07/2025
If your MOT is coming up, you might be wondering whether your car is likely to pass and how to avoid unexpected failure. Some MOT failures are hard to predict, and many issues arise from everyday wear and tear that...
MOT Changes in 2025: Everything You Need to Know
31/07/2025
Some significant changes are coming to MOT tests in 2025, and all drivers need to be prepared. So, what will be changing in the MOT test this year?
The main change to the MOT test will be the requirement for...
The Ultimate MOT Preparation Checklist - Updated for 2025
31/07/2025
If your car is due for its annual MOT test, a little preparation can go a long way. Many of the most common MOT failures are easily avoidable with a few quick checks at home and some basic upkeep in...
