A motoring expert has also outlined some other easy-to-sort things that can cause MOT problems
Motorists have been warned that an often-ignored car part could see them fail their MOT - and told how to check it. The fuel cap seals off the tank once petrol or diesel has been pumped in, ensuring dangerous fumes don’t escape.
Graham Conway, from Select Van Leasing, said: “There are numerous things that can mean you don’t pass an MOT and have to book in for expensive repair work before a retest. But there are also some minor ones that are particularly annoying if they come up in the failure column - including broken bulbs and worn-out wiper blades.
“But if they crack, or the rubber seal around them is damaged, fumes can seep out and pose a real danger. You can understand why it’s on the MOT checklist. Ignoring the problem is not only dangerous, it could hit you in the pocket. An MOT costs around £54 so if you have to rebook following repair work, the bill for testing alone is already in three figures.
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