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Inspection processes and rules for motorcycle, scooter, moped and motorcycle combination (class 1 and 2 vehicle) MOT tests.

Bronze - WHAT IT INCLUDES:

 

  • Full oil change – OE specification

  • Supply and fit new oil filter – OE specification

  • Chain/Sprockets check, adjust and lube

  • Tyres checked and pressures adjusted

  • Full electrical charge rate system check and battery test

  • A thorough visual inspection of complete bike – checking all major parts and ensuring the bike is safe

Silver - WHAT IT INCLUDES:

 

  • Full oil change – OE specification

  • Supply and fit new oil filter – OE specification

  • Chain and sprockets checked, adjusted and lubricated or final drive oil replaced

  • Tyre condition and pressures checked and adjusted

  • Full brake system check and adjust

  • All levers and pivots cleaned and lubricated

  • All key barrels blown out and lubricated

  • Brake and clutch lever cleaned, lubed and adjusted

  • General safety and electrical check

  • All liquid levels checked, tested and topped up where necessary

  • Full electrical charge-rate system check

  • Battery charged and tested

  • A thorough visual inspection of complete bike – checking all major parts and ensuring the bike is safe

Gold - WHATS INCLUDED

 

  • Full oil change – OE specification

  • Supply and fit new oil filter – OE specification

  • Supply and fit new air filter – OE specification

  • Supply and fit new NGK spark plugs

  • Chain and sprockets checked, adjusted and lubricated or final drive oil replaced

  • Tyre condition and pressures checked and adjusted

  • Full brake system check and adjust

  • All levers and pivots cleaned and lubricated

  • All key barrels blown out and lubricated

  • Brake and clutch lever cleaned, lubed and adjusted

  • General safety and electrical check

  • All fluid levels checked, tested and topped up where necessary

  • Full electrical charge-rate check

  • A thorough visual inspection of complete bike – checking all major parts and ensuring the bike is safe

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales
Guidance for Northern Ireland

 

Definitions, vehicle classes, reasons to refuse to test a vehicle, historic vehicles, and inspection procedures for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • 0. Identification of the vehicle

    Registration plate (number plate) and vehicle identification number rules and inspection for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • 1. Brakes

    Brake condition and operation (including brake lever and pedal, lining and pads, callipers and cylinders), brake performance and efficiency, and brake fluid rules and inspection for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • 2. Steering

    Mechanical condition, handlebar, forks and yokes and wheel alignment rules and inspection for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • 3. Not in use

    Section 3 of the motorcycle MOT inspection manual is not currently used.

  • 4. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment

    Headlamp, position lamps, stop lamps, direction indicators, rear registration plate lamp, rear reflector and direction indicator ‘tell-tale’ rules and inspection for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • 5. Wheels, tyres and suspension

    Wheel bearing, wheel and tyre, and suspension (including springs, shock absorbers, and suspension arms and joints) rules and inspection for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • 6. Structure and attachments

    Frame and attachments (including exhaust system and fuel system), and seat and riding controls (including clutch and throttle controls and footrests) rules and inspection for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • 7. Audible warning

    Audible warning (horn) rules and inspection for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • 8. Exhaust noise

    Exhaust noise rules and inspection for motorcycle MOT tests.

  • Appendix A: Structural integrity and corrosion

    Assessing corrosion and methods of repair for motorcycle MOT tests.