**Defect:** Very serious risk of loosening or cracking.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.7

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Transmission

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Deteriorated flexible couplings. Very serious risk of loosening or cracking. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Very serious risk of loosening or cracking. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Insufficient clearance to rotating or moving parts and road.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 6.2.1

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Unsafe modification 3 . Insufficient clearance to rotating or moving parts and road. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Insufficient clearance to rotating or moving parts and road. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Unsafe modification 3 .

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.2.1

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Unsafe modification 3 . Insufficient clearance to rotating or moving parts and road. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Unsafe modification 3 . — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Excessive corrosion at fixing points on integral bodies.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.2.2

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Mounting

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Excessive corrosion at fixing points on integral bodies. Stability impaired. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Excessive corrosion at fixing points on integral bodies. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Stability impaired.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 6.2.2

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Mounting

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Excessive corrosion at fixing points on integral bodies. Stability impaired. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Stability impaired. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Safety-belt buckle damaged or not functioning correctly.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.1.2

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Condition of safety-belts/buckles.

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Safety-belt buckle damaged or not functioning correctly. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Safety-belt buckle damaged or not functioning correctly. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Defective or missing seals.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.10

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Speed limitation device (if fitted/required)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Defective or missing seals. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Defective or missing seals. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Switch damaged or not functioning correctly.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.12

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Electronic Stability Control (ESC) if fitted/required

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Switch damaged or not functioning correctly. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Switch damaged or not functioning correctly. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Installation plaque missing, illegible or out of date.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.9

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Tachograph (if fitted/required)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Installation plaque missing, illegible or out of date. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Installation plaque missing, illegible or out of date. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** OBD read-out indicating significant malfunction.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 8.2.1.2

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Gaseous emissions

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | OBD read-out indicating significant malfunction. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

OBD read-out indicating significant malfunction. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Remote control of doors or warning devices defective.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 9.1.1

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Entrance and exit doors

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Remote control of doors or warning devices defective. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Remote control of doors or warning devices defective. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Insufficient width or access blocked.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 9.1.2

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Emergency exits

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Not in accordance with requirements 1 . Insufficient width or access blocked. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Insufficient width or access blocked. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Not in accordance with requirements 1 .

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 9.1.2

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Emergency exits

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Not in accordance with requirements 1 . Insufficient width or access blocked. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Not in accordance with requirements 1 . — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Defective warning device(s).

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 9.11.1

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Doors, ramps and lifts

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Defective warning device(s). Not operating at all. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Defective warning device(s). — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Not operating at all.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 9.11.1

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Doors, ramps and lifts

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Defective warning device(s). Not operating at all. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Not operating at all. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Not in accordance with the requirements 1 .

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 9.11.2

**Defect reference:** (d)

**Inspection item:** Wheelchair restraint system

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (d) | Not in accordance with the requirements 1 . | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Not in accordance with the requirements 1 . — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Master cylinder reservoir cap missing.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.10

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Brake servo units, master cylinder (hydraulic systems)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Master cylinder reservoir cap missing. | | X | |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Master cylinder reservoir cap missing. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Hoses porous.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.12

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Flexible brake hoses

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Hoses porous. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Hoses porous. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Restriction to free movement of the braking system.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.15

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Brake cables, rods, levers, linkages

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Restriction to free movement of the braking system. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Restriction to free movement of the braking system. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Braking performance affected (lack of reserve movement).

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.16

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Insufficient or excessive travel of operating piston or diaphragm mechanism. Braking performance affected (lack of reserve movement). | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Braking performance affected (lack of reserve movement). — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Insufficient or excessive travel of operating piston or diaphragm mechanism.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.16

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Insufficient or excessive travel of operating piston or diaphragm mechanism. Braking performance affected (lack of reserve movement). | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Insufficient or excessive travel of operating piston or diaphragm mechanism. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Missing data plate.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.17

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Load sensing valve

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Missing data plate. | | X | |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Missing data plate. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** External damage likely to affect the function of the braking system.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.3

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Vacuum pump or compressor and reservoirs

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | External damage likely to affect the function of the braking system. Secondary braking performance not met. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

External damage likely to affect the function of the braking system. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Secondary braking performance not met.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.3

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Vacuum pump or compressor and reservoirs

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | External damage likely to affect the function of the braking system. Secondary braking performance not met. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Secondary braking performance not met. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Incorrect functioning, warning indicator shows malfunction

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.6

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Parking brake activator, lever control, parking brake ratchet, electronic parking brake

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Incorrect functioning, warning indicator shows malfunction | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Incorrect functioning, warning indicator shows malfunction — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Excessive fluctuation of brake force during each complete wheel revolution.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.2.1

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Performance

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Excessive fluctuation of brake force during each complete wheel revolution. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Excessive fluctuation of brake force during each complete wheel revolution. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Other components missing or damaged.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.6

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Other components missing or damaged. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Other components missing or damaged. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Formation of drops.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.1

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Steering gear condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Leaking. Formation of drops. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Formation of drops. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Leaking.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.1

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Steering gear condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Leaking. Formation of drops. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Leaking. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Misalignment of components (e.g. track rod or drag link).

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.3

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Steering linkage condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Misalignment of components (e.g. track rod or drag link). | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Misalignment of components (e.g. track rod or drag link). — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Misalignment or fouling of components.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.5

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Power steering

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Misalignment or fouling of components. Steering affected. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Misalignment or fouling of components. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Steering affected.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.5

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Power steering

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Misalignment or fouling of components. Steering affected. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Steering affected. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Unsafe modification 3

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 2.2.2

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Steering column/yokes and forks and steering dampers

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Unsafe modification 3 | | | | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Unsafe modification 3 — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Inappropriate ventilation (if required).

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 4.13

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Battery(ies)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Inappropriate ventilation (if required). | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Inappropriate ventilation (if required). — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements 1 .

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 5.2.3

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Tyres

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Tyre tread wear indicator becomes exposed. Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements 1 . | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements 1 . — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Tyre tread wear indicator becomes exposed.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 5.2.3

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Tyres

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Tyre tread wear indicator becomes exposed. Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements 1 . | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Tyre tread wear indicator becomes exposed. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any coupling indicator not working.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.6

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Mechanical coupling and towing device

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Any coupling indicator not working. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Any coupling indicator not working. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** A damaged or bent shaft.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.7

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Transmission

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | A damaged or bent shaft. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

A damaged or bent shaft. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Safety-belt retractor damaged or not functioning correctly.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.1.2

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Condition of safety-belts/buckles.

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Safety-belt retractor damaged or not functioning correctly. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Safety-belt retractor damaged or not functioning correctly. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Plaque missing or illegible.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.10

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Speed limitation device (if fitted/required)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Plaque missing or illegible. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Plaque missing or illegible. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** ESC MIL indicates any kind of failure of the system.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.12

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Electronic Stability Control (ESC) if fitted/required

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | ESC MIL indicates any kind of failure of the system. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

ESC MIL indicates any kind of failure of the system. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Obvious tampering or manipulation.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.9

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Tachograph (if fitted/required)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Obvious tampering or manipulation. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Obvious tampering or manipulation. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Insufficient door width.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 9.1.1

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Entrance and exit doors

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Not in accordance with the requirements 1 . Insufficient door width. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Insufficient door width. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Not in accordance with the requirements 1 .

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 9.1.1

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Entrance and exit doors

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Not in accordance with the requirements 1 . Insufficient door width. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Not in accordance with the requirements 1 . — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Not in accordance with the requirements 1 .

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 9.11.1

**Defect reference:** (e)

**Inspection item:** Doors, ramps and lifts

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (e) | Not in accordance with the requirements 1 . | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>


**Defect:** Brake fluid warning light illuminated or defective.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.10

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Brake servo units, master cylinder (hydraulic systems)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Brake fluid warning light illuminated or defective. | | X | |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Brake fluid warning light illuminated or defective. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Abnormal movement of the levers/linkage indicating maladjustment or excessive wear.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.15

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Brake cables, rods, levers, linkages

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Abnormal movement of the levers/linkage indicating maladjustment or excessive wear. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Abnormal movement of the levers/linkage indicating maladjustment or excessive wear. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Dust cover damaged.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.16

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Dust cover damaged. Dust cover missing or excessively damaged. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Dust cover damaged. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Dust cover missing or excessively damaged.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.16

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Dust cover damaged. Dust cover missing or excessively damaged. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Dust cover missing or excessively damaged. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Data illegible or not in accordance with requirements 1

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.17

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Load sensing valve

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Data illegible or not in accordance with requirements 1 | | X | |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Data illegible or not in accordance with requirements 1 — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** System indicates failure via the electronic vehicle interface.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 1.6

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | System indicates failure via the electronic vehicle interface. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

System indicates failure via the electronic vehicle interface. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Affecting function.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.3

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Steering linkage condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Unsafe modification 3 . Affecting function. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Affecting function. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Unsafe modification 3 .

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.3

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Steering linkage condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Unsafe modification 3 . Affecting function. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Unsafe modification 3 . — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Steering affected.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.5

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Power steering

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Unsafe modification 3 . Steering affected. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Steering affected. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Unsafe modification 3 .

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.5

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Power steering

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Unsafe modification 3 . Steering affected. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>


**Defect:** Tyre rubbing against other components (flexible anti spray devices).

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 5.2.3

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Tyres

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Tyre rubbing against other components (flexible anti spray devices). Tyre rubbing against other components (safe driving not impaired) | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Tyre rubbing against other components (flexible anti spray devices). — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Tyre rubbing against other components (safe driving not impaired)

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 5.2.3

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Tyres

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Tyre rubbing against other components (flexible anti spray devices). Tyre rubbing against other components (safe driving not impaired) | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Tyre rubbing against other components (safe driving not impaired) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** LPG/CNG/LNG or hydrogen system not in accordance with requirements; any part of the system defective 1

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.3

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Fuel tank and pipes (including heating fuel tank and pipes)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | LPG/CNG/LNG or hydrogen system not in accordance with requirements; any part of the system defective 1 | | | | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

LPG/CNG/LNG or hydrogen system not in accordance with requirements; any part of the system defective 1 — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Obstruct registration plate or any lamp (when not in use)

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.6

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Mechanical coupling and towing device

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Obstruct registration plate or any lamp (when not in use) Registration plate not readable (when not in use). | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Obstruct registration plate or any lamp (when not in use) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Registration plate not readable (when not in use).

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.6

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Mechanical coupling and towing device

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Obstruct registration plate or any lamp (when not in use) Registration plate not readable (when not in use). | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Registration plate not readable (when not in use). — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Bearing housing fractured or insecure.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.7

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Transmission

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Bearing housing fractured or insecure. Very serious risk of loosening or cracking. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Bearing housing fractured or insecure. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Very serious risk of loosening or cracking.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.7

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Transmission

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Bearing housing fractured or insecure. Very serious risk of loosening or cracking. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Very serious risk of loosening or cracking. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Size of tyres not compatible with calibration parameters.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.10

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Speed limitation device (if fitted/required)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Size of tyres not compatible with calibration parameters. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Size of tyres not compatible with calibration parameters. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** System indicates failure via the electronic vehicle interface.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.12

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Electronic Stability Control (ESC) if fitted/required

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | System indicates failure via the electronic vehicle interface. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>


**Defect:** Size of tyres not compatible with calibration parameters.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 7.9

**Defect reference:** (f)

**Inspection item:** Tachograph (if fitted/required)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (f) | Size of tyres not compatible with calibration parameters. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>


**Defect:** Incorrect functioning of brake fluid level warning device.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 1.1.10

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Brake servo units, master cylinder (hydraulic systems)

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Incorrect functioning of brake fluid level warning device. | | X | |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Incorrect functioning of brake fluid level warning device. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Dust cover damaged or deteriorated.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.3

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Steering linkage condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Dust cover damaged or deteriorated. Dust cover missing or severely deteriorated. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Dust cover damaged or deteriorated. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Dust cover missing or severely deteriorated.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.3

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Steering linkage condition

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Dust cover damaged or deteriorated. Dust cover missing or severely deteriorated. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Dust cover missing or severely deteriorated. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Cables/hoses damaged, excessively corroded.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.5

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Power steering

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Cables/hoses damaged, excessively corroded. Steering affected. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Cables/hoses damaged, excessively corroded. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Steering affected.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 2.1.5

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Power steering

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Cables/hoses damaged, excessively corroded. Steering affected. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>


**Defect:** Cord protection layer affected.

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 5.2.3

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Tyres

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Re-grooved tyres not in accordance with requirements 1 . Cord protection layer affected. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Cord protection layer affected. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Re-grooved tyres not in accordance with requirements 1 .

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 5.2.3

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Tyres

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Re-grooved tyres not in accordance with requirements 1 . Cord protection layer affected. | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Re-grooved tyres not in accordance with requirements 1 . — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Unsafe modification 3 (primary parts).

**Category:** Dangerous

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.6

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Mechanical coupling and towing device

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Unsafe modification 3 (secondary parts). Unsafe modification 3 (primary parts). | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Unsafe modification 3 (primary parts). — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Unsafe modification 3 (secondary parts).

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.6

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Mechanical coupling and towing device

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Unsafe modification 3 (secondary parts). Unsafe modification 3 (primary parts). | | | X | X

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Unsafe modification 3 (secondary parts). — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Dust cover missing or fractured.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.7

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Transmission

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Dust cover severely deteriorated. Dust cover missing or fractured. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Dust cover missing or fractured. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Dust cover severely deteriorated.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.7

**Defect reference:** (g)

**Inspection item:** Transmission

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (g) | Dust cover severely deteriorated. Dust cover missing or fractured. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Dust cover severely deteriorated. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Obviously inoperative.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 5.2.3

**Defect reference:** (h)

**Inspection item:** Tyres

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (h) | Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or tyre obviously underinflated. Obviously inoperative. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Obviously inoperative. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or tyre obviously underinflated.

**Category:** Minor

**Inspection item number:** 5.2.3

**Defect reference:** (h)

**Inspection item:** Tyres

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (h) | Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or tyre obviously underinflated. Obviously inoperative. | | X | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or tyre obviously underinflated. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Coupling too weak.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.6

**Defect reference:** (h)

**Inspection item:** Mechanical coupling and towing device

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (h) | Coupling too weak. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Coupling too weak. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Illegal power-train modification.

**Category:** Major

**Inspection item number:** 6.1.7

**Defect reference:** (h)

**Inspection item:** Transmission

**Authority:** EU Directive 2014/45/EU Annex I

> (h) | Illegal power-train modification. | | | X |

Source: <https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0045>

Illegal power-train modification. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any crack, discoloration or vision reducing matter except: (1) coloring or tinting applied at time of manufacture; (2) any crack not over 1/4 inch wide, if not intersected by any other crack; (3) any damaged area not more than 3/4 inch in diameter, if not closer than 3 inches to any other such damaged area; (4) labels, stickers, decalcomania, etc.

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 12

**Defect reference:** 12.

**Inspection item:** Windshield Glazing

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> 12. Windshield Glazing. (Not including a 2 inch border at the top, a 1 inch border at each side and the area below the topmost portion of the steering wheel.) Any crack, discoloration or vision reducing matter except: (1) coloring or tinting applied at time of manufacture; (2) any crack not over 1/4 inch wide, if not intersected by any other crack; (3) any damaged area not more than 3/4 inch in diameter, if not closer than 3 inches to any other such damaged area; (4) labels, stickers, decalcomania, etc.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any crack, discoloration or vision reducing matter except: (1) coloring or tinting applied at time of manufacture; (2) any crack not over 1/4 inch wide, if not intersected by any other crack; (3) any damaged area not more than 3/4 inch in diameter, if not closer than 3 inches to any other such damaged area; (4) labels, stickers, decalcomania, etc. — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any power unit that has an inoperative wiper, or missing or damaged parts that render it ineffective

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 13

**Defect reference:** 13.

**Inspection item:** Windshield Wipers

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> 13. Windshield Wipers. Any power unit that has an inoperative wiper, or missing or damaged parts that render it ineffective.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any power unit that has an inoperative wiper, or missing or damaged parts that render it ineffective — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** All lighting devices and reflectors required by part 393 shall be operable

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 5

**Defect reference:** 5.

**Inspection item:** Lighting Devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> 5. Lighting Devices. All lighting devices and reflectors required by part 393 shall be operable.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

All lighting devices and reflectors required by part 393 shall be operable — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Absence of braking action on any axle required to have brakes upon application of the service brakes (such as missing brakes or brake shoe(s) failing to move upon application of a wedge, S-cam, cam, or disc brake)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(1)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (1) Absence of braking action on any axle required to have brakes upon application of the service brakes (such as missing brakes or brake shoe(s) failing to move upon application of a wedge, S-cam, cam, or disc brake).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Absence of braking action on any axle required to have brakes upon application of the service brakes (such as missing brakes or brake shoe(s) failing to move upon application of a wedge, S-cam, cam, or disc brake) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** With less than 4/32 inch tread when measured at any point on a major tread groove

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(1)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> a. Any tire on any steering axle of a power unit. (1) With less than 4/32 inch tread when measured at any point on a major tread groove.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

With less than 4/32 inch tread when measured at any point on a major tread groove — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts

category, defect_reference, item_name, item_number


**Defect:** Missing guard

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** a.(1)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (1) Missing guard. (2) Guard is not securely attached to trailer , including broken or missing fasteners, any welds or parent metal cracked, or other damage that compromises secure attachment of the guard.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Missing guard — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any cracked, broken, loose, or sagging frame member

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 9

**Defect reference:** a.(1)

**Inspection item:** Frame

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> a. Frame Members. (1) Any cracked, broken, loose, or sagging frame member.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any cracked, broken, loose, or sagging frame member — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any fasteners missing or ineffective

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(1)(a)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (1) Mounting to frame. (a) Any fasteners missing or ineffective.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any fasteners missing or ineffective — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any movement between mounting components

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(1)(b)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (b) Any movement between mounting components.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any movement between mounting components — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any mounting angle iron cracked or broken

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(1)(c)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (c) Any mounting angle iron cracked or broken.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any mounting angle iron cracked or broken — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Wedge Brake Data—Movement of the scribe mark on the lining shall not exceed 1/16 inch

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> Wedge Brake Data—Movement of the scribe mark on the lining shall not exceed 1/16 inch.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Wedge Brake Data—Movement of the scribe mark on the lining shall not exceed 1/16 inch — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Boot, blowout patch or other ply repair

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(10)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (10) Boot, blowout patch or other ply repair.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Boot, blowout patch or other ply repair — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Weight carried exceeds tire load limit. This includes overloaded tire resulting from low air pressure

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(11)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (11) Weight carried exceeds tire load limit. This includes overloaded tire resulting from low air pressure.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Weight carried exceeds tire load limit. This includes overloaded tire resulting from low air pressure — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Bent, broken, cracked, improperly seated, sprung or mismatched ring(s)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 11

**Defect reference:** a.

**Inspection item:** Wheels and Rims

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> a. Lock or Side Ring. Bent, broken, cracked, improperly seated, sprung or mismatched ring(s).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Bent, broken, cracked, improperly seated, sprung or mismatched ring(s) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Tire is flat or has noticeable (e.g., can be heard or felt) leak

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(12)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (12) Tire is flat or has noticeable (e.g., can be heard or felt) leak.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Tire is flat or has noticeable (e.g., can be heard or felt) leak — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any bus equipped with recapped or retreaded tire(s)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(13)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (13) Any bus equipped with recapped or retreaded tire(s).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any bus equipped with recapped or retreaded tire(s) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** So mounted or inflated that it comes in contact with any part of the vehicle

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(14)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (14) So mounted or inflated that it comes in contact with any part of the vehicle.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

So mounted or inflated that it comes in contact with any part of the vehicle — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any passenger seat that is not securely fastened to the vehicle structure

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 14

**Defect reference:** a.

**Inspection item:** Motorcoach Seats

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> a. Any passenger seat that is not securely fastened to the vehicle structure.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any passenger seat that is not securely fastened to the vehicle structure — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Missing or broken mechanical components including: shoes, lining, pads, springs, anchor pins, spiders, cam rollers, push-rods, and air chamber mounting bolts

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(2)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Missing or broken mechanical components including: shoes, lining, pads, springs, anchor pins, spiders, cam rollers, push-rods, and air chamber mounting bolts.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Missing or broken mechanical components including: shoes, lining, pads, springs, anchor pins, spiders, cam rollers, push-rods, and air chamber mounting bolts — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Has body ply or belt material exposed through the tread or sidewall

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(2)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Has body ply or belt material exposed through the tread or sidewall.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Has body ply or belt material exposed through the tread or sidewall — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard is not securely attached to trailer , including broken or missing fasteners, any welds or parent metal cracked, or other damage that compromises secure attachment of the guard

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** a.(2)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Guard is not securely attached to trailer , including broken or missing fasteners, any welds or parent metal cracked, or other damage that compromises secure attachment of the guard.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard is not securely attached to trailer , including broken or missing fasteners, any welds or parent metal cracked, or other damage that compromises secure attachment of the guard — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any loose or missing fasteners including fasteners attaching functional component such as engine, transmission, steering gear, suspension, body parts, and fifth wheel

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 9

**Defect reference:** a.(2)

**Inspection item:** Frame

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Any loose or missing fasteners including fasteners attaching functional component such as engine, transmission, steering gear, suspension, body parts, and fifth wheel.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any loose or missing fasteners including fasteners attaching functional component such as engine, transmission, steering gear, suspension, body parts, and fifth wheel — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any fasteners missing or ineffective

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(2)(a)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Mounting plates and pivot brackets. (a) Any fasteners missing or ineffective.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>


**Defect:** Any welds or parent metal cracked

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(2)(b)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (b) Any welds or parent metal cracked.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any welds or parent metal cracked — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** More than 3/8 inch horizontal movement between pivot bracket pin and bracket

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(2)(c)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (c) More than 3/8 inch horizontal movement between pivot bracket pin and bracket.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

More than 3/8 inch horizontal movement between pivot bracket pin and bracket — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Pivot bracket pin missing or not secured

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(2)(d)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (d) Pivot bracket pin missing or not secured.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Pivot bracket pin missing or not secured — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Loose brake components including air chambers, spiders, and cam shaft support brackets

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(3)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Loose brake components including air chambers, spiders, and cam shaft support brackets.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Loose brake components including air chambers, spiders, and cam shaft support brackets — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Has any tread or sidewall separation

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(3)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Has any tread or sidewall separation.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Has any tread or sidewall separation — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard horizontal member does not extend to within 100 mm (4 inches) of each, or extends beyond either, side extremity of the vehicle

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** a.(3)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Guard horizontal member does not extend to within 100 mm (4 inches) of each, or extends beyond either, side extremity of the vehicle.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard horizontal member does not extend to within 100 mm (4 inches) of each, or extends beyond either, side extremity of the vehicle — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any latching fasteners missing or ineffective

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(3)(a)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Sliders. (a) Any latching fasteners missing or ineffective.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any latching fasteners missing or ineffective — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any exhaust system determined to be leaking at a point forward of or directly below the driver/sleeper compartment

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 3

**Defect reference:** a.

**Inspection item:** Exhaust System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> a. Any exhaust system determined to be leaking at a point forward of or directly below the

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any exhaust system determined to be leaking at a point forward of or directly below the driver/sleeper compartment — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any fore or aft stop missing or not securely attached

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(3)(b)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (b) Any fore or aft stop missing or not securely attached.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any fore or aft stop missing or not securely attached — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Movement more than 3/8 inch between slider bracket and slider base

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(3)(c)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (c) Movement more than 3/8 inch between slider bracket and slider base.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Movement more than 3/8 inch between slider bracket and slider base — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any slider component cracked in parent metal or weld

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(3)(d)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (d) Any slider component cracked in parent metal or weld.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any slider component cracked in parent metal or weld — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Audible air leak at brake chamber (Example-ruptured diaphragm, loose chamber clamp, etc.)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(4)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (4) Audible air leak at brake chamber (Example-ruptured diaphragm, loose chamber clamp, etc.).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Audible air leak at brake chamber (Example-ruptured diaphragm, loose chamber clamp, etc.) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Has a cut where the ply or belt material is exposed

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(4)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (4) Has a cut where the ply or belt material is exposed.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Has a cut where the ply or belt material is exposed — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard horizontal member is more than 560 mm (22 inches) above the ground

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** a.(4)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (4) Guard horizontal member is more than 560 mm (22 inches) above the ground.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard horizontal member is more than 560 mm (22 inches) above the ground — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Horizontal movement between the upper and lower fifth wheel halves exceeds 1/2 inch

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(4)(a)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (4) Lower coupler. (a) Horizontal movement between the upper and lower fifth wheel halves exceeds 1/2 inch.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Horizontal movement between the upper and lower fifth wheel halves exceeds 1/2 inch — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** A fuel system with a visable leak at any point

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 4

**Defect reference:** a.

**Inspection item:** Fuel System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> a. A fuel system with a visable leak at any point.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

A fuel system with a visable leak at any point — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Operating handle not in closed or locked position

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(4)(b)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (b) Operating handle not in closed or locked position.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Operating handle not in closed or locked position — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Kingpin not properly engaged

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(4)(c)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (c) Kingpin not properly engaged.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Kingpin not properly engaged — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Separation between upper and lower coupler allowing light to show through from side to side

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(4)(d)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (d) Separation between upper and lower coupler allowing light to show through from side to side.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Separation between upper and lower coupler allowing light to show through from side to side — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Cracks in the fifth wheel plate

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(4)(e)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (e) Cracks in the fifth wheel plate.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Cracks in the fifth wheel plate — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Locking mechanism parts missing, broken, or deformed to the extent the kingpin is not securely held

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** a.(4)(f)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (f) Locking mechanism parts missing, broken, or deformed to the extent the kingpin is not securely held.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Locking mechanism parts missing, broken, or deformed to the extent the kingpin is not securely held — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Highway Use” or displaying other marking which would exclude use on steering axle

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(5)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> Highway Use” or displaying other marking which would exclude use on steering axle.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Highway Use” or displaying other marking which would exclude use on steering axle — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard horizontal member is more than 305 mm (12 inches) forward of the rear extremity of the vehicle

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** a.(5)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (5) Guard horizontal member is more than 305 mm (12 inches) forward of the rear extremity of the vehicle.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard horizontal member is more than 305 mm (12 inches) forward of the rear extremity of the vehicle — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any brake stroke exceeding the readjustment limit will be rejected

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(5)(a)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> Any brake stroke exceeding the readjustment limit will be rejected. Stroke must be measured with engine off and reservoir pressure of 80 to 90 psi with brakes fully applied.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any brake stroke exceeding the readjustment limit will be rejected — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** For actuator types not listed in these tables, the pushrod stroke must not be greater than 80 percent of the rated stroke marked on the actuator by the actuator manufacturer, or greater than the readjustment limit marked on the actuator by the actuator manufacturer

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(5)(b)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (b) For actuator types not listed in these tables, the pushrod stroke must not be greater than 80 percent of the rated stroke marked on the actuator by the actuator manufacturer, or greater than the readjustment limit marked on the actuator by the actuator manufacturer.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

For actuator types not listed in these tables, the pushrod stroke must not be greater than 80 percent of the rated stroke marked on the actuator by the actuator manufacturer, or greater than the readjustment limit marked on the actuator by the actuator manufacturer — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** A tube-type radial tire without radial tube stem markings. These markings include a red band around the tube stem, the word “radial” embossed in metal stems, or the word “radial” molded in rubber stems

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(6)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (6) A tube-type radial tire without radial tube stem markings. These markings include a red band around the tube stem, the word “radial” embossed in metal stems, or the word “radial” molded in rubber stems.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

A tube-type radial tire without radial tube stem markings. These markings include a red band around the tube stem, the word “radial” embossed in metal stems, or the word “radial” molded in rubber stems — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard horizontal member does not have a cross sectional vertical height of at least 100 mm (4 inches) across its entire width

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** a.(6)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (6) Guard horizontal member does not have a cross sectional vertical height of at least 100 mm (4 inches) across its entire width.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard horizontal member does not have a cross sectional vertical height of at least 100 mm (4 inches) across its entire width — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Lining or pad is not firmly attached to the shoe

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(6)(a)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (6) Brake linings or pads. (a) Lining or pad is not firmly attached to the shoe;

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Lining or pad is not firmly attached to the shoe — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Saturated with oil, grease, or brake fluid

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(6)(b)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (b) Saturated with oil, grease, or brake fluid; or

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Saturated with oil, grease, or brake fluid — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Non-steering axles: Lining with a thickness less than 1/4 inch at the shoe center for air drum brakes, 1/16 inch or less at the shoe center for hydraulic and electric drum brakes, and less than 1/8 inch for air disc brakes

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(6)(c)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (c) Non-steering axles: Lining with a thickness less than 1/4 inch at the shoe center for air drum brakes, 1/16 inch or less at the shoe center for hydraulic and electric drum brakes, and less than 1/8 inch for air disc brakes.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Non-steering axles: Lining with a thickness less than 1/4 inch at the shoe center for air drum brakes, 1/16 inch or less at the shoe center for hydraulic and electric drum brakes, and less than 1/8 inch for air disc brakes — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Steering axles: Lining with a thickness less than 1/4 inch at the shoe center for drum brakes, less than 1/8 inch for air disc brakes and 1/16 inch or less for hydraulic disc and electric brakes

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(6)(d)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (d) Steering axles: Lining with a thickness less than 1/4 inch at the shoe center for drum brakes, less than 1/8 inch for air disc brakes and 1/16 inch or less for hydraulic disc and electric brakes.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Steering axles: Lining with a thickness less than 1/4 inch at the shoe center for drum brakes, less than 1/8 inch for air disc brakes and 1/16 inch or less for hydraulic disc and electric brakes — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Part(s) of vehicle or condition of loading such that the spare tire or any part of the load or dunnage can fall onto the roadway

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 6

**Defect reference:** a.

**Inspection item:** Safe Loading

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> a. Part(s) of vehicle or condition of loading such that the spare tire or any part of the load or dunnage can fall onto the roadway.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Part(s) of vehicle or condition of loading such that the spare tire or any part of the load or dunnage can fall onto the roadway — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Missing brake on any axle required to have brakes

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(7)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (7) Missing brake on any axle required to have brakes.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Missing brake on any axle required to have brakes — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Mixing bias and radial tires on the same axle

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(7)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (7) Mixing bias and radial tires on the same axle.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Mixing bias and radial tires on the same axle — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Mismatch across any power unit steering axle of: (a) Air chamber sizes. (b) Slack adjuster length

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** a.(8)

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (8) Mismatch across any power unit steering axle of: (a) Air chamber sizes. (b) Slack adjuster length.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Mismatch across any power unit steering axle of: (a) Air chamber sizes. (b) Slack adjuster length — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Tire flap protrudes through valve slot in rim and touches stem

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(8)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (8) Tire flap protrudes through valve slot in rim and touches stem.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Tire flap protrudes through valve slot in rim and touches stem — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any U-bolt(s), spring hanger(s), or other axle positioning part(s) cracked, broken, loose or missing resulting in shifting of an axle from its normal position. (After a turn, lateral axle displacement is normal with some suspensions. Forward or rearward operation in a straight line will cause the axle to return to alignment)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 8

**Defect reference:** a.

**Inspection item:** Suspension

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> a. Any U-bolt(s), spring hanger(s), or other axle positioning part(s) cracked, broken, loose or missing resulting in shifting of an axle from its normal position. (After a turn, lateral axle displacement is normal with some suspensions. Forward or rearward operation in a straight line will cause the axle to return to alignment).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any U-bolt(s), spring hanger(s), or other axle positioning part(s) cracked, broken, loose or missing resulting in shifting of an axle from its normal position. (After a turn, lateral axle displacement is normal with some suspensions. Forward or rearward operation in a straight line will cause the axle to return to alignment) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Regrooved tire except motor vehicles used solely in urban or suburban service

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** a.(9)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (9) Regrooved tire except motor vehicles used solely in urban or suburban service

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Regrooved tire except motor vehicles used solely in urban or suburban service — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Weight carried exceeds tire load limit. This includes overloaded tire resulting from low air pressure

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** b.(1)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> b. All tires other than those found on the steering axle of a power unit: (1) Weight carried exceeds tire load limit. This includes overloaded tire resulting from low air pressure.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Weight carried exceeds tire load limit. This includes overloaded tire resulting from low air pressure — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Missing guard

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** b.(1)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (1) Missing guard. (2) Guard is not securely attached to trailer by bolts, welding, or other comparable means.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Missing guard — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Gasoline powered—excess of 6 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 3

**Defect reference:** b.(1)

**Inspection item:** Exhaust System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (1) Gasoline powered—excess of 6 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus .

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Gasoline powered—excess of 6 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any absence or looseness of U-bolt(s) or positioning part(s)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 7

**Defect reference:** b.(1)

**Inspection item:** Steering Mechanism

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> b. Steering Column. (1) Any absence or looseness of U-bolt(s) or positioning part(s).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any absence or looseness of U-bolt(s) or positioning part(s) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any leaves in a leaf spring assembly broken or missing

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 8

**Defect reference:** b.(1)

**Inspection item:** Suspension

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> b. Spring Assembly. (1) Any leaves in a leaf spring assembly broken or missing.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any leaves in a leaf spring assembly broken or missing — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any missing or ineffective fasteners (a fastener is not considered missing if there is an empty hole in the device but no corresponding hole in the frame or vice versa)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** b.(1)(a)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (1) Mounting to frame. (a) Any missing or ineffective fasteners (a fastener is not considered missing if there is an empty hole in the device but no corresponding hole in the frame or vice versa).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any missing or ineffective fasteners (a fastener is not considered missing if there is an empty hole in the device but no corresponding hole in the frame or vice versa) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Mounting surface cracks extending from point of attachment (e.g., cracks in the frame at mounting bolt holes)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** b.(1)(b)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (b) Mounting surface cracks extending from point of attachment (e.g., cracks in the frame at mounting bolt holes).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Mounting surface cracks extending from point of attachment (e.g., cracks in the frame at mounting bolt holes) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Loose mounting

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** b.(1)(c)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (c) Loose mounting.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Loose mounting — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Frame cross member providing pintle hook attachment cracked

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** b.(1)(d)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (d) Frame cross member providing pintle hook attachment cracked.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Frame cross member providing pintle hook attachment cracked — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** No brakes on the vehicle or combination are applied upon actuation of the parking brake control, including driveline hand controlled parking brakes

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 1

**Defect reference:** b.

**Inspection item:** Brake System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> b. Parking Brake System. No brakes on the vehicle or combination are applied upon actuation of the parking brake control, including driveline hand controlled parking brakes.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

No brakes on the vehicle or combination are applied upon actuation of the parking brake control, including driveline hand controlled parking brakes — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Cracked or broken or has elongated bolt holes

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 11

**Defect reference:** b.

**Inspection item:** Wheels and Rims

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> b. Wheels and rims. Cracked or broken or has elongated bolt holes.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Cracked or broken or has elongated bolt holes — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Tire is flat or has noticeable (e.g., can be heard or felt) leak

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** b.(2)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Tire is flat or has noticeable (e.g., can be heard or felt) leak.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Tire is flat or has noticeable (e.g., can be heard or felt) leak — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard is not securely attached to trailer by bolts, welding, or other comparable means

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** b.(2)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Guard is not securely attached to trailer by bolts, welding, or other comparable means.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard is not securely attached to trailer by bolts, welding, or other comparable means — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Other than gasoline powered—in excess of 15 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 3

**Defect reference:** b.(2)

**Inspection item:** Exhaust System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Other than gasoline powered—in excess of 15 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus .

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Other than gasoline powered—in excess of 15 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Worn, faulty or obviously repair welded universal joint(s)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 7

**Defect reference:** b.(2)

**Inspection item:** Steering Mechanism

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Worn, faulty or obviously repair welded universal joint(s).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Worn, faulty or obviously repair welded universal joint(s) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any broken main leaf in a leaf spring assembly. (Includes assembly with more than one main spring)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 8

**Defect reference:** b.(2)

**Inspection item:** Suspension

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Any broken main leaf in a leaf spring assembly. (Includes assembly with more than one main spring).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any broken main leaf in a leaf spring assembly. (Includes assembly with more than one main spring) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Cracks anywhere in pintle hook assembly

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** b.(2)(a)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (2) Integrity. (a) Cracks anywhere in pintle hook assembly.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Cracks anywhere in pintle hook assembly — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any welded repairs to the pintle hook

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** b.(2)(b)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (b) Any welded repairs to the pintle hook.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any welded repairs to the pintle hook — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Any part of the horn section reduced by more than 20%

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** b.(2)(c)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (c) Any part of the horn section reduced by more than 20%.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Any part of the horn section reduced by more than 20% — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Latch insecure

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 2

**Defect reference:** b.(2)(d)

**Inspection item:** Coupling devices

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (d) Latch insecure.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Latch insecure — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Has body ply or belt material exposed through the tread or sidewall

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** b.(3)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Has body ply or belt material exposed through the tread or sidewall.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Has body ply or belt material exposed through the tread or sidewall — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard horizontal member is more than 762 mm (30 inches) above the ground

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** b.(3)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Guard horizontal member is more than 762 mm (30 inches) above the ground.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard horizontal member is more than 762 mm (30 inches) above the ground — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Other than gasoline powered—forward of a door or window designed to be opened. ( exception : Emergency exits)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 3

**Defect reference:** b.(3)

**Inspection item:** Exhaust System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Other than gasoline powered—forward of a door or window designed to be opened. ( exception : Emergency exits).

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Other than gasoline powered—forward of a door or window designed to be opened. ( exception : Emergency exits) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Steering wheel not properly secured

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 7

**Defect reference:** b.(3)

**Inspection item:** Steering Mechanism

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Steering wheel not properly secured.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Steering wheel not properly secured — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Coil spring broken

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 8

**Defect reference:** b.(3)

**Inspection item:** Suspension

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (3) Coil spring broken.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Coil spring broken — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Has any tread or sidewall separation

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** b.(4)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (4) Has any tread or sidewall separation.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Has any tread or sidewall separation — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard horizontal member does not extend to within 457 mm (18 inches) of each side extremity of the vehicle

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** b.(4)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (4) Guard horizontal member does not extend to within 457 mm (18 inches) of each side extremity of the vehicle.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard horizontal member does not extend to within 457 mm (18 inches) of each side extremity of the vehicle — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Rubber spring missing

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 8

**Defect reference:** b.(4)

**Inspection item:** Suspension

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (4) Rubber spring missing.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Rubber spring missing — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** A fuel tank filler cap missing

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 4

**Defect reference:** b.

**Inspection item:** Fuel System

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> b. A fuel tank filler cap missing.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

A fuel tank filler cap missing — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Has a cut where ply or belt material is exposed

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** b.(5)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (5) Has a cut where ply or belt material is exposed.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Has a cut where ply or belt material is exposed — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Guard horizontal member is more than 610 mm (24 inches) forward of the rear extremity of the vehicle

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 15

**Defect reference:** b.(5)

**Inspection item:** Rear Impact Guard

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (5) Guard horizontal member is more than 610 mm (24 inches) forward of the rear extremity of the vehicle.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Guard horizontal member is more than 610 mm (24 inches) forward of the rear extremity of the vehicle — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** One or more leaves displaced in a manner that could result in contact with a tire, rim, brake drum or frame

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 8

**Defect reference:** b.(5)

**Inspection item:** Suspension

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (5) One or more leaves displaced in a manner that could result in contact with a tire, rim, brake drum or frame.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

One or more leaves displaced in a manner that could result in contact with a tire, rim, brake drum or frame — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** So mounted or inflated that it comes in contact with any part of the vehicle. (This includes a tire that contacts its mate.)

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 10

**Defect reference:** b.(6)

**Inspection item:** Tires

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (6) So mounted or inflated that it comes in contact with any part of the vehicle. (This includes a tire that contacts its mate.)

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

So mounted or inflated that it comes in contact with any part of the vehicle. (This includes a tire that contacts its mate.) — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts


**Defect:** Broken torsion bar spring in a torsion bar suspension

**Category:** Reject

**Inspection item number:** 8

**Defect reference:** b.(6)

**Inspection item:** Suspension

**Authority:** US 49 CFR Appendix A to Part 396

> (6) Broken torsion bar spring in a torsion bar suspension.

Source: <https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/49/appendix-A_to_part_396>

Broken torsion bar spring in a torsion bar suspension — Vehicle inspection defect categories: MOT major, minor and dangerous verdicts