MOT test

[catswhiskers]

Well, guess who's car just went through the MOT test without a problem. Just a couple of minor adjustments to headlamp alignment. What a relief that was. I have to admit, the first journey on the road, in the rain, was a bit of a nervous time. Listening for every noise, as you do. Aren't these things twitchy. :eek: Mind you it may have something to do with the fact that all the wheels are still pointing in slightly different directions. :rolleyes: These V6's do have some grunt dont they. Cant wait till I can use it in anger. Just waiting for confirmation of the SVA date now. :)

Mick (aka Fabrizio)

[stewart]

Congratulations Mick. A credit to your workmanship. Plenty of fun to come now!.

[Chris J]

Mick (or anyone else)

I thought the SVA test meant that you wouldn't need an MOT test for three years?, but obviously not?

I'm not really up to speed with all this.

[BAS]

That was my thought as well, as it off set some of the cost for the SVA!

[Swamprat33]

Congrats Mick.
Hope to see you on the road real soon

Good luck for the SVA.
Tim

[John]

Maybe you only get exempted from MOT for three years if you go the all new parts/new registration route. I'm only guessing.

[catswhiskers]

I believe that once the car has passed the SVA, you dont need an MOT for three years anyway, regardless of what parts you use. I only decided to put the car through an MOT to satisfy myself that things were up to standard such as brake efficiency, emmisions etc. I think it would be a potential waste of time and money to go to SVA not knowing these things were OK.
It is not necessary to have an MOT. I just thought it useful for peace of mind.

Mick

[BAS]

Thanks for clearing that one up, and well done on the build!

[Sando]

Well done Fabrizio!

My understanding of the SVA / MOT question is all about how the car is registered not about the SVA test. I.E. registered as a car rebuilt from parts (kit) and getting and age related plate, can still be registered for the first time as new, so hence no MOT needed for 3 years. In the past different DVLA offices have interpreted this in different ways, but you will be ok at Nottm Mick as this is how the vehicle inspector / they see it. (Anyway you have an MOT now so it doesn't matter!!! :) )

Cheers
Rob

[CorseChris]

Not long to the SVA now Mick.....Good Luck!!

[catswhiskers]

Shshsh. Thats a secret Chris. I could tell you when but I'd have to kill you then you understand. :D :D

All will soon be revealed. :eek:

Mick (Fabrizio)