How to prepare for your MOT in 10 minutes

Around a third of MOT failures are for things you can check yourself.

Quick checks

1. Lights: headlights, indicators, brake lights and the number plate light.
2. Tyres: at least 1.6 mm of tread across the central three quarters, no cuts or bulges.
3. Wipers and washers: no tears, and top up the screen wash.
4. Windscreen: no damage over 10 mm in the driver's view.
5. Warning lights: an airbag, ABS or engine light on the dash is a fail.
6. Number plates: clean, legal font and spacing.
7. Horn and seatbelts: all working and latching.

You can book your MOT up to a month (minus a day) before it expires and keep the same renewal date.