The Triumph Dolomite Club - Discussion Forum

When the pre '60 brigade got MOT exemption, it turned out that only 5% or so continued to get their cars tested, which surprised me a little, but most of these are "sunny Sunday" cars and very few indeed are daily drivers, these few are probably the 5%.

In contrast, the general opinion so far, on this new exemption, is that most people seem more than willing to keep testing their 40+ cars, not just here, but on most of the other forums and FB groups I frequent.

It may be to do with the fact that these "younger" cars get used more, or the fact that they generally have higher performance, or it MAY be (shock horror!) an attack of common sense!

Since both my over 40s are modifieds, I'm having them voluntarily tested (I would have anyway) to avoid even being asked the question!

As has been amply covered before, an MOT is not worth the paper it's printed on by the time you drive off the testing station forecourt, at least in terms of roadworthiness certification. But it IS a sign that you have done "due diligence" maintaining your car to a decent standard and getting it checked by a qualified independent 3rd party on a regular basis. And if I was to be buying a classic car (not the usual "projects" that I tend to buy, but a running driving car) then I would want to see a fresh ticket on it, regardless of whether it's exempt or not!

On brake testing, yes a good hard stop on a dry straight road will give you pointers, it will rarely show something like a seized rear wheel cylinder or sticking handbrake linkage. So, if, like most people, you don't have rollers, you can't do a proper brake test yourself!

Steve

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'73 2 door Toledo with Vauxhall Carlton 2.0 8v engine (The Carledo)
'78 Sprint Auto with Vauxhall Omega 2.2 16v engine (The Dolomega)
'72 Triumph 1500FWD in Slate Grey, Now with RWD and Carledo powertrain!

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I know the V112 isn't necessary if you continue to test, but does filling out and submitting the V112 prevent you from being able to have a test done?

I believe you can still get it tested if you have VHI status.... https://assets.publishing.service.gov.u ... idance.pdf

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No, you can still have the car voluntarily tested, it just means you shouldn't be refused the free tax just cos there isn't a current test.

I'm not absolutely sure of the ins and outs yet as i'm sure there's mention SOMEWHERE of having to redo the V112 online EVERY year at tax time ANYWAY. But as my Tax renews on the 31st March and my MOT on April 14th, I was already good for this year when the new rules were introduced and when next years tax renewal heaves onto the horizon, i'll still have a current MOT! The DVLA computer should KNOW this and therfore not ask me about a V112, then I won't actually HAVE to OFFICIALLY declare the car as modified! And when the Dolomega hits the road, i'll do that exactly the same way, getting an MOT before I tax it. It's not tax free till next April anyway, so if i'm quick enough finishing it, I MAY just have the pleasure of buying a month or two of road tax!

Steve

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'73 2 door Toledo with Vauxhall Carlton 2.0 8v engine (The Carledo)
'78 Sprint Auto with Vauxhall Omega 2.2 16v engine (The Dolomega)
'72 Triumph 1500FWD in Slate Grey, Now with RWD and Carledo powertrain!

Maverick Triumph, Servicing, Repairs, Electrical, Recomissioning, MOT prep, Trackerjack brake fitting service.
Apprentice served Triumph Specialist for 50 years. PM for more info or quotes.