Below you will find a detailed description of what is involved in the UK MOT test for motorcycles and motorbikes.
Having a good knowledge of the MOT test procedures will help you prepare your motorcycle for it's MOT test
a) Sitting on machine check:
1. All controls, switches and horn 2. Front suspension, forks, handlebars and head bearings
b) At the front of the machine check:
1. Front lights and indicators 2. Front brake master cylinder (if fitted)
c) Place the machine on its stand and raise front wheel check:
1. Steering, front forks and head bearings 2. Front brake and wheel bearings 3. Wheel and tyre condition
d) Lower front wheel and go to right side of vehicle and check:
1. Frame, VIN, seat and foot rest 2. Exhaust system 3. Final drive (if fitted to RHS of machine) 4. Rear wheel, tyre and brake
e) Raise the rear wheel and check:
1. Rear wheel, rear brake/components and tyre condition 2. Rear suspension and final drive
f) At the rear check:
1. Rear position lamp(s)/stop lamp(s)/reflectors and indicators 2. Rear suspension 3. Registration Plate
g) On the left of the machine check:
1. Frame and foot rest 2. Exhaust system 3. Final drive (if fitted to LHS of machine) 4. Rear wheel, tyre and brake
h) At the front of the machine check:
1. Wheel alignment 2. Headlamp aim 3. Brake performance
If a sidecar is fitted it will also be examined in a manner specified by VOSA with respect to Security, Suspension, Wheel Bearings and Wheel Alignment.
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