TW Barker - Tel 0191 232 9532
Arch 3, King Edward Bridge,
Pottery Lane,
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE1 3TQ
Have your Renault serviced and MOT tested for roadworthiness
Depending upon the age, mileage and condition of your Renault
Servicing your Renault before testing helps ensure minor faults have been corrected
Specialising in Renault gives us a unique knowledge of the problems frequently encountered with Renault models and we have the specialist knowledge to carry out repairs efficiently.
Correct operation and performance of the front and rear brakes. Replacing hydraulic brake fluid and replacing corroded brake pipes.
Renault ABS where applicable:-
Brake Warning Lights
Operation Sequence
Footbrake - Amount of Reserve Travel
Pedal - Fitness for purpose
Servo Braking Operation
Handbrake Operation & Reserve
Master cylinder
Servo Unit
Hydraulic Pipes
Hydraulic Brake Pipes and Joints
Brake Discs, Brake Drums and Brake Pads
Handbrake Linkage
Hydraulic Fluid Loss
The front doors must open correctly from inside and outside.
All doors must open, close and catch correctly
.Bonnets, Boot-Hatches, and Tailgates must open, close and latch
Emissions testing - Emissions need to be within the national limits set for the particular year and model of your Renault.
Incorrect combustion causing excessive smoke will also be inspected.
Renault Diesel Engines - Smoke emissions will be checked.
Evidence of Fuel leaks
Condition of Fuel Lines
Suitability of Filler Cap
Filler cap Seal
Horn Loudness
Sound
Light Operation
Bulb Condition
Light Housing Security
Dip and Aim Should be within Correct Parameters
Lights,indicators and hazard lights must work independantly without interferance
Working Rear fog lamps should be present on Cars after 1980
Mirrors, when considered for MOT testing must be:-
Securely Mounted
Visible from the drivers position and
Free from any distortion likely to impair use.
The Licence/Registration plate should be:-
Present & Legible, Securely Mounted and have correctly formed letters and numbers
The VIN number must be permanently displayed and fixed
All vehicles requiring and having seat belts must be checked for:-
Seat Belt Mount Security
Locking Stem Security
Webbing Condition - ensuring freedom from cuts or frays
Belt retraction functional
Seat Security (depending on belt mechanism)
Driver and Front Passenger Seat must be secure
All Seat backs should be securable in an upright positiom
Steering Wheel & Column:-
Condition
Security
Steering Shaft End Float
Bolt Fixings
Steering Play
Universal Joint and Flexible Coupling Function and Condition
Under Hood:-
Steering Rack Condition
Steering Mountings
Steering Play
Steering Performance - Left to Right Full Lock:-
Wheel Bearing Condition and Play
Steering Rack Gaiters
Under Vehicle:-
Joint Condition
Bush Condition
Bolt, Pin and Mount Point Condition
Constant Velocity (CV) Joint
Suspension Joint Attachment
Suspension (Spring) Function
All Parts Present and Functional
No Leaking Fluid
Tyre Condition:-
Tyre Wear and Sidewall Condition
Tyre Type
Tyre Size
Do Not Interfere with Vehicle
Wheel Condition:-
Evidence of Damage or Distortion
Complete set of Wheel Nuts
Attached Securely
Vehicle Body Panels should be secure with no dangerous or sharp edges caused by damage or corrosion
Corrosion
Free from excessive corrosion in Specified Areas associated with:-
brakes
steering
suspension
seat belt mountings
areas likely to influence vehicle braking or steering
Inspection of Screen condition and any items likely to affect the driver's visibility
Windscreen Chips or Scratches
Wipers
Screen Washers