February 2018 – Titan Hull

27Feb

MOT Classes

Posted on February 27, 2018

If you are not sure what class your vehicle belongs to for MOT purposes, listed below are each of the classes, along with the maximum DVSA fee that can be charged by any MOT test centre. At Titan Hull we are able to carry out Class 4 and Class 7 MOTs. If you have any questions or queries regarding the

Titan Hull Garage News And Advice - Do I Need To Keep My MOT Certificate?

26Feb

Pass Your MOT Easier By Following This

Posted on February 26, 2018

To maximise your chances of passing first time you should follow our MOT help guides to get you through it better with less issues and takes no more than 10 minutes to do. Did you know that 40% of all MOT tests fail first time? Your annual MOT test covers key components and systems that

21Feb

What Happens If I Fail The MOT Test?

Posted on February 21, 2018

Nearly 37% (according to DVSA data) of drivers experience failing the MOT test every year and can be disappointing. Not to worry though, the tester or mechanic at the testing station will advise you on what can be done and how quickly the work can be done to get the vehicle back on the road, taxed

20Feb

What Are MOT Advisory Notes?

Posted on February 20, 2018

We look at what advisory notes are, and the impact they have on your MOT test. Advisory notes are provided as part of an MOT. They give notice of things that will eventually need fixing on your car, but are not reasons to fail a test. Advisory notes are given at the discretion of the

16Feb

Preparing For Your MOT – After

Posted on February 16, 2018

Once your car has passed its MOT, you might think you're set for another year of driving, but that's not always the case. An MOT is a visual inspection done at the time to confirm legally that it is safe to drive, but with mechanical systems this is not always the case and things may

12Feb

Preparing For Your MOT – Outside

Posted on February 12, 2018

Before you have your MOT test there are some things you can check on the outside of the car before you take it into the garage. So to make life easy we have put a list of things together, to make life a little easier. Open the bonnet of the car (recommended on a flat

09Feb

Preparing For Your MOT – Inside

Posted on February 09, 2018

Before you have your MOT test there are some things you can check on the inside of the car before you take it into the garage. So to make life easy we have put a list of things together, to make life a little easier. Check all seat belts are working correctly and are not

07Feb

DPF Cleaning

Posted on February 07, 2018

Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) are now as common as catalytic converters on petrol cars and were developed to meet changes in emissions regulations . This component is used to collect harmful soot which builds up on the filters walls and gradually builds up so much that it creates back pressure on the exhaust reducing performance

05Feb

Preparing For Your MOT – Before You Start

Posted on February 05, 2018

The most important thing is getting the right date and setting up a reminder for when this is due. If you have had a test with us before we will let you know through our reminder service. Make sure you leave yourself plenty of time, there is nothing worse than rushing around last minute to

02Feb

Can I Take My MOT Test Early?

Posted on February 02, 2018

In fact yes you can, an MOT test can be carried out up to one month before the expiry date on your latest certificate and still have the same renewal date the following year. This effectively gives you a 13 month valid certificate. For example if your certificate expires on the 21st March you can

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