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Your yearly MOT vehicle inspection is a necessity – there is no avoiding it unless you want to get given a hefty fine. You must take your vehicle into the mechanic or local council so that it can be inspected (for everybody’s safety) from top to bottom, including your tyre pressure, light bulbs, washers and mirrors.

The unfortunate news is that 40% of all cars and half of vans do not pass their MOT at the first attempt. Many of these failures are due to problems that could have been resolved in a very straightforward way if the vehicle was inspected beforehand. You can save yourself a significant amount of money by making sure that your car doesn’t suffer from any of these simple and common issues. Fix them yourself before your MOT, so that you aren’t being held for ransom by your mechanic.

So what are the most common reasons that the average car fails an MOT?

Lighting Problems

Did you know that almost a third of all failed MOT inspections are due to lighting faults? This might be something as simple as a burnt out taillight or hazard light. This can be easily avoided by checking the lights in your vehicle before bringing the car in for an MOT. You can buy a replacement bulb cheaply and you can change the bulb yourself – check online for a tutorial or look on Youtube for instructions on how to do it.

Tyre Issues

Another common cause of MOT failure is the tyres – 1 in 10 vehicles fail because of this reason. This does not really have to be an issue considering that there are services like a mobile tyre service to ensure that your tires are in great condition. Regarding MOT, make sure that you check that your tyre pressure is correct before you bring your vehicle in – as well as making sure that the vehicles don’t have bulges, cuts or any other type of damage. You can also use a 20p coin to check the depth of the treads on your tires. If you can insert the coin between the treads and the edge of the coin does not show, there is enough tire tread remaining.

This is what a road legal tyre should look like with the 20p test – Wikihow.com

Windscreen Wipers

The windscreen wiper blades in your vehicle need to be replaced if they show signs of wear and tear. Also you should take a close look at your mirrors and windscreen. Some small stone chips might be acceptable, but if there are large chips in the windscreen they will result in failure. Make sure that your vehicle is topped up with screen wash – it might sound silly but more than 4500 cars per years are failed due to this reason so make sure that you check it!

Excessively Dirty Car

Is the floor of your vehicle covered in a layer of food wrappers, empty coffee cups and other junk? You might be surprised to know that you can be failed on your MOT for an excessively dirty car that is filled with rubbish. You won’t be failed if there is one or two old receipts on the floor – but if the car is very dirty it can be a problem. Make sure that you clean out your vehicle before you get it tested so that you can avoid this simple problem.

The Wrong Wheels

Some people change the wheels on their car for aesthetic or other reasons – but this can be a common reason to fail an MOT. The standard wheels for the car are required, as the road holding, gearing and speedometer are all designed around a specific size of wheel. Changing this can cause your MOT to fail and in addition can cause long term damage to your car. Make sure that your vehicle still has the standard wheels that it was designed for.

Damaged Number Plates

Another common reason for an MOT fail is number plates that are not visible. If they are excessively damaged at the rear or front of the vehicle and they are not readable this will result in an MOT fail. When you are inspecting your vehicle before your MOT check, make sure that you take a look at your number plates. Are they visible and can they be clearly read from all angles?

These are just a few of the common reasons why most vehicles fail their MOT test. If you can check your vehicle over for these problems in advance you will avoid making these mistakes and have a better chance of passing. Of course you can save money by finding MOT and car servicing deals online.

Have you considered that it may be time to give up that old, junk car you’ve been holding on to for years? Whether you’re still driving it around or it’s just sitting unused somewhere on your property, you have to wonder if it’s really benefiting you to keep it around. Though most people could always use extra money in their pocket, there are several additional explanations why selling junk cars for cash can be more advantageous for vehicle owners than trying to maintain them or store them for sentimental reasons.

People Accuse You of Hoarding

It’s one thing if you deem yourself a car collector, but it’s another if you’re allowing junk cars to pile up in your yard for no good reason. When people begin to identify you as a junk car hoarder, that’s a good indication that your property is beginning to look like a mess. Even just one undesirable looking vehicle parked in the driveway, on the street or tucked away in the side or backyard, is an eyesore and can cause displeasure among your neighbors, bring the value of your home down and diminish the quality of your living environment. If you’re starting to get glares around the neighborhood or hear whispers involving your name, it’s time to part with that junk car.

The Repairs Aren’t Worth the Investment

Car owners that are still trying to salvage their junk car by investing in multiple repairs must eventually face the fact that the costly labor and parts aren’t getting them anywhere. If a car is becoming more of a financial burden than it is useful, cutting your losses is usually the best course of action to take. Not only do you have to worry about the constant bills from the mechanic, but also the possibility that one day you’re going to break down and get stranded.

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Liability

Another thing to keep in mind is the liability that comes with having a junk car around. Many things can go wrong with a vehicle, even when it’s just sitting. If it’s on your property, you’ll be responsible for it and all the threats it poses, which can include leaking fluids, broken glass, rusted metal and any injuries or damages that happen as a result. There may also be fines in your community for allowing a non-running vehicle to stay in one place for a long period of time.

Value Will Continue to Decline

It’s no secret that the monetary value of a vehicle begins to decrease as soon as it’s driven off the car lot. While every car maintains some kind of value, mainly because of its parts, it’s only safe to rationalize that it’s going to continue to decline as time goes on. So, the longer you wait to get rid of your junk car, the more chance there is that the offer you’ll receive will get lower and lower.

Drivers who want to make some money instead of putting their hard-earned cash into junk cars that aren’t really worth it should look into seeing what their options are for selling, and the sooner, the better.

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If you’ve never sold a car before, the process can seem daunting. It involves things few people actually enjoy doing, such as cleaning your car, placing the best type of ad in the classified ads, and discussing money with strangers. That said, the time and effort you put into preparing your car for sale will help you quickly sell it for a reasonable price.

IT’S IN THE DETAILS

Take a few minutes to think about a few things on your car. Anything that is going to have an impact on the buyer’s perception of the quality of your vehicle should be taken care of. Does your keyless entry not work? Fix it, if you can. Replace the battery in the key fob before the buyer comes to look at your car. Even if you know it just needs a $5 battery, the buyer doesn’t. When they are sitting at home thinking about all the cars they looked at, something like the keyless entry not working is going to stick out in their mind. If the brakes are bad, you should consider replacing those as well. Obviously, if they just remember that your car squealed every time they came to a stop, this is going to be what sticks out in their minds when they are thinking about all the cars they looked at later.

SOME BIG THINGS TO FIX

You should also fix some of the bigger things that affect your car’s allover appearance. Remember, your car is  not the only one for sale in the classified ads. A huge dent in your car is worth spending $100-200 on to get fixed, because doing so could net you a few more thousand in the sale of your vehicle. New tires will do more than most things to make your car really look good.  There are other issues that, by your spending a couple of hundred dollars or so to fix, will result in commanding one to several thousand in the sales price you get. If you’re unsure about which things will be worth your time and money to fix, ask your mechanic.

PUT ALL YOUR RECORDS TOGETHER

If you can show buyers all your maintenance and service records, that will go a long way towards giving them peace of mind. If you don’t have all of the records, at least write them down, Fix says, and pay for a CarFax report to prove your car was never in an accident.

DECIDE ON A FAIR PRICE

Pricing your car realistically is obviously important Use car pricing sites will help you to find out what your car is worth, and you can check the classified ads to get a general idea of the going asking rates for used vehicles. Put in your car’s complete details and honest assessment of its condition to get an accurate estimate. Then, list your car in a high-traffic location, like the classified ads for the maximum exposure. You should add a couple of hundred dollars to your asking price just to account for people haggling with you.

BE HONEST

Don’t assume that a buyer will know everything about your make and model car. They may not even be specifically looking for your type of car, so a particular feature on your car may be what catches their eye and gets them to read your listing. Make sure you are honest with what you put in your listing. Share the exact mileage and list anything that is wrong with the vehicle so there are no surprises when they come see it. Nothing is worse than seeing a beautiful car in the classified ads and then to go look at it only to find that the owner was able to hide any damage in the pictures shown on the listing. Provide the VIN number so they can run a Carfax report. Even if there is nothing on it, it gives them peace of mind knowing that you aren’t trying to hide a major accident in the vehicle’s history.