Question on MOT and Emissions

Whistler


Joined: 28/07/2008
Posts: 1332

Message Posted:
19/07/2011 13:57

The rules change all the time and am wondering how long an MOT certificate lasts? It was always 3 years - does this still apply? Also have heard conflicting stories about emissions tests. Some say one year, some say two years? Thanks

Jovial_John


Joined: 31/01/2009
Posts: 1024

Message Posted:
19/07/2011 14:59

The MOT lasts until your registration comes round again - it is approximately 3 years. This years dates (courtesy of Yorgozlu on a previous thread):-

http://www.kktcmaliye.com/i/mozka/mal/Muayene2010_2011.pdf

If you reg isn't in the list (section D) then you don't need an MOT this year. You must get the MOT done in the specified fortnight or pay a 50% increase in the charge.

I am not certain about the emissions test but have always understood that it is the same timescale as the MOT - perhaps somebody can confirm.

Deniz1


Joined: 28/07/2009
Posts: 3829

Message Posted:
19/07/2011 15:01

Confirm emissions test same time.

waddo


Joined: 29/11/2008
Posts: 1966

Message Posted:
19/07/2011 15:14

Always do your emissions in the same week as your MOT test - if it is more than a few days old when you go for MOT, or the guys are on a coffee break then they will send you off for a new emissions test. Based on hard experiance people not on hearsay!

Whistler


Joined: 28/07/2008
Posts: 1332

Message Posted:
19/07/2011 22:16

Thanks for your answers everybody. Unfortunately my Adobe is playing up. I can get the page up but when I go to print it it all turns grey!!!! I tried reading the numbers and as far as I can see my car is FA and is not in the list. Can someone have a look for me please. Had MOT and emissions last August. Thanks

compass


Joined: 27/02/2009
Posts: 208

Message Posted:
19/07/2011 23:22

Whistler



You are right, I cannot see any "FA" reg in the car section of the form. It does appear in the top section which I think is for commercials, etc.

Sid447


Joined: 15/05/2009
Posts: 141

Message Posted:
20/07/2011 12:26

Apologies for the thread hi-jack,



Can I ask what the emission standards are here? i.e. what are the accepted levels of Co, etc.



Secondly Is it law to have cats (catalytic converters) fitted?

Whistler


Joined: 28/07/2008
Posts: 1332

Message Posted:
20/07/2011 18:24

Thanks for looking Compass.