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How can I prepare
for my test?
Having your horsebox properly checked and
serviced by a qualified mechanic beforehand
will help to make sure it is in a good enough
condition to pass the test.
Do I need to let the
Tester know if I have altered the
vehicle in any way? If you've made changes
to the vehicle's specification such as changing
the tyres to a different specification to
the original fitting, you need to let us
know.
Do I need to bring
any paperwork?
Check you have a plating certificate displayed
somewhere in the cab and another copy for
your records . Bring both to the test.
Will my tachograph be
checked?
(check here: Horsebox Owners Tachograph
Exemption click
here)
If your vehicle is fitted with a tachograph
but you only use it as a speedometer, you
must make sure that all the seals are intact,
and that the tachograph has been initially
calibrated and is fitted with both the calibration
and K factor plaques. Also if you do not
use tachograph charts, you will need to
fill out a tachograph
exemption form and present it at
the time of the test. Check with your local
test station, or VOSA enquiry line (0870
6060440) for further information.
Do I need to bring
my box loaded?
Make sure your horsebox is loaded when you
bring it to the test so the brakes can be
checked for maximum efficiency. Use heavy
items such as bags of feed or fertilizer
or even straw bales, as long as it is not
livestock.
What if my vehicle fails
the test?
If we identify any fault that could cause
danger or damage the environment, we will
ask you to have it repaired before we issue
the MOT certificate. If the fault is serious,
you will need to arrange recovery from the
testing station. (breakdown services do
not cover plating failures - OHTO will attend
but it is chargeable). You can appeal against
the decision - for further information refer
to Appealing against an MOT Test Decision
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