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MOT: Vehicle test centre closes over fault in car lifts
The BBC understands tests at a number of other centres have been disrupted, following inspection of lifts.
www.bbc.co.uk
MOT: Vehicle test centre closes over fault in car lifts
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stevieturbo
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Need to maintain their equipment a bit better then lol
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Stock picture..helpful MOT man tightening a battery clamp.MOT: Vehicle test centre closes over fault in car lifts
The BBC understands tests at a number of other centres have been disrupted, following inspection of lifts.www.bbc.co.uk
Antoin
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In the first pic that looks like JB weld slathered over that vertical crack 
Or maybe its not a crack and is just grease.
Or maybe its not a crack and is just grease.
NI_Volvo_Nut
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Grease off the pit jack I would say.In the first pic that looks like JB weld slathered over that vertical crack
Or maybe its not a crack and is just grease.
Heard this yesterday, Cookstown centre shut down. These ramps were only replaced a few years ago too but they are getting a lot more use over the last few years. Each lane has went from 3 cars every 20 mins to 4 cars effectively increasing their workload by 25%
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stevieturbo
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Regardless of how often they're used....when it's largely just cars on them, and likely nowhere near the lifting capacity of the lift. It's not a great advert for whoever makes them.
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The ones in Ards were Maha the last time I was in. I assume they'll all be the same.
Any sort of lifting equipment should be inspected by the operator that is trained on using the equipment. 6 monthly by competent person.
This is law, I don't understand how a government testing agency has fallen short of this!.. Leaving themselves wide open.
This is law, I don't understand how a government testing agency has fallen short of this!.. Leaving themselves wide open.
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Cookstown would have noticed these faults if they'd have taken the tints off their glasses.
stevieturbo
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You'd think given their usage, and where they are etc....a weekly inspection at least would seem sensible.
But maybe they just wait to the company who inspects them comes in to check, and they do no maintenance etc prior to this. Much as most people seem to do with their MOT lol
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The MOT men in Cookstown obviously don’t look at very much when they’re under the ramps...
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My MOT was booked for last night and got a call about half an hour before hand to tell me of the test centre issue. I was told I would be contacted within the next day or two to reschedule.
My concern is how this impacts if the deadline passes? my MOT expires 26th so if they don't get sorted and get me rebooked where do I stand on driving?
I'm dependent on using my car for daily commute etc. have paid to maintain the car and obviously had made sure to be booked for MOT so if they can't facilitate are they going to ensure drivers aren't penalised?
My concern is how this impacts if the deadline passes? my MOT expires 26th so if they don't get sorted and get me rebooked where do I stand on driving?
I'm dependent on using my car for daily commute etc. have paid to maintain the car and obviously had made sure to be booked for MOT so if they can't facilitate are they going to ensure drivers aren't penalised?
NI_Volvo_Nut
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10 centres currently closed last I heard as of 4.30pm yesterday.
All the test lane equipment is on a 6mth inspection but that was when they were under contract, not sure if that was maintained, I would think it would have to be as that included the calibration of the equipment. The inspectors are for insurance purposes as fair as I am aware and the ramps are independently inspected once a year.
MAHA guys were usually pretty good with the maintenance
All the test lane equipment is on a 6mth inspection but that was when they were under contract, not sure if that was maintained, I would think it would have to be as that included the calibration of the equipment. The inspectors are for insurance purposes as fair as I am aware and the ramps are independently inspected once a year.
MAHA guys were usually pretty good with the maintenance
As long as Mallusk isn't impacted by next Wednesday I'm happy.
Have seen quite a few people using this as a platform to call for English style MOT's, however I think there is something to be said for an independent MOT testing centre.
Have seen quite a few people using this as a platform to call for English style MOT's, however I think there is something to be said for an independent MOT testing centre.
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Release from DfI
Statement in relation to MOT car and light vehicle tests
“DVA is currently carrying out checks on vehicle lifts in its MOT test centres, following the identification of faults. This is precautionary and to ensure the safety of staff and customers. It is anticipated that these inspections will be completed today and any necessary repairs will be carried out as soon as possible. As and when test centres have been inspected and any necessary repairs completed, they will immediately become operational.
“At present, there are limited tests being carried out at most MOT centres and appointments are being rescheduled while inspections and repairs are completed. Mallusk is the only test centre not carrying out car and light vehicle tests; heavy goods vehicles and bus tests remain unaffected. DVA is making every effort to contact customers to reschedule appointments and will prioritise customers who require an immediate test.
“All other test centres remain open and customers should attend their MOT appointment unless contacted by DVA.
"DVA sincerely apologises for the inconvenience caused. It is working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.”
nidirect The Consumer Council Northern Ireland
Statement in relation to MOT car and light vehicle tests
“DVA is currently carrying out checks on vehicle lifts in its MOT test centres, following the identification of faults. This is precautionary and to ensure the safety of staff and customers. It is anticipated that these inspections will be completed today and any necessary repairs will be carried out as soon as possible. As and when test centres have been inspected and any necessary repairs completed, they will immediately become operational.
“At present, there are limited tests being carried out at most MOT centres and appointments are being rescheduled while inspections and repairs are completed. Mallusk is the only test centre not carrying out car and light vehicle tests; heavy goods vehicles and bus tests remain unaffected. DVA is making every effort to contact customers to reschedule appointments and will prioritise customers who require an immediate test.
“All other test centres remain open and customers should attend their MOT appointment unless contacted by DVA.
"DVA sincerely apologises for the inconvenience caused. It is working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.”
nidirect The Consumer Council Northern Ireland
B******s.
NI_Volvo_Nut
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It will never go to the garages here, if it ever gets privatised it will be a company like NCT or ITV will take it over, it will always be independent. Besides, some of these "mechanics" that people are calling to train as MOT inspectors can't even prepare a car to pass a minimum standard test never mind inspect and certify
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Is it correct that all MOT testers are also qualified as driving test examiners? Maybe I am imagining things again
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Diving?