MOT's at JR Motors Elgin
Can you test my vehicle?
If your vehicle matches the description in Figure 1, then yes. If you are unsure then please call 01343 551 862.
Class IV
Age first test certificate required (years)
Cars (up to 8 passenger seats)
Motor Caravan
Wheeled vehicles (over 450 Kg unladen weight)
Quads (max. unladen weight 400-550 Kg for goods vehicles)
Dual Purpose vehicles
PSVs (up to 8 seats)
Goods vehicles (up to 3,000 Kg DGW)
Ambulances & Taxis(Taxis and private hire vehicles may be subject to additional local requirements)
Private passenger vehicles and Ambulances (9-12 passenger seats)
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MOT F.A.Q
Can I get an MOT before it expires?
Yes. If you have 30 days or less on your current MOT certificate, provide J R Motors with your current certificate and these days will be added onto your new MOT.
How much does an MOT cost?
For an up-to-date price please call 01343 551 862.
What do I need to do before the test?
· Check that all the seats are clear for the tester to check the seatbelts.
· Bring old certificate with you
· If the vehicle is diesel, please bring service book for tester to check the last time the timing belt was replaced.
What documentation do I get from an MOT?
Pass = VT20 MOT test certificate
Fail = VT30 Refusal of an MOT test certificate
Advice = VT32 Advisory Notice
What happens if my vehicle fails its MOT?
You will receive a VT30 and can get the MOT repairs completed at J R Motors.
If the vehicle is left at the test station for repairs and is retested before the end of 10 working days, then only a partial retest is needed for which no fee may be charged.
If the vehicle is removed from the test station for repairs and returned for retest within 10 working days, then only a partial retest is needed and a partial retest fee of £26 will be charged.
Benefits of new style certificate
Now you can tax/SORN your vehicle online and by phone:
www.direct.gov.uk/taxdisc
0870 850 4444
How do I make an appointment for my vehicle?
Call us now on 01343 551862
MOT Reminder
When you become a customer with J R Motors you will automatically be put onto our MOT reminder system, therefore you will be sent a text approx. a month before your MOT is due
