Electric Car MOT in Stratford Upon Avon
Every vehicle on the road has to pass a MOT test every three years, including electric vehicles (EVs). However, unlike diesel and petrol cars, EVs do not have to pass an emissions test.
We at Carwise Services are able to MOT your car at our garage.
Your last MOT certificate will tell you when your next MOT is due. If you can't find your certificate, you can check it online at GOV.UK. This is also where you can find your car's past MOT records.
MOT for electric cars
About An Electric Car MOT
When an electric car goes through its MOT test, the only thing that is different is that the pollution test is not done.
A Class 4 MOT covers all passenger cars with up to 12 seats, paramedics, taxis, campers, goods vehicles (weighing up to 3000 kg), vehicles that can be used for more than one thing, and so on.
Before giving your car its MOT, our tester will look up its MOT records online to make sure there aren't any problems that were found on the last MOT.
What is checked on an electric car MOT
Lights & signals
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Headlights, sidelights, indicators, brake lights, fog lights
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Number plate lights and reflectors
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Hazard lights
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Alignment and condition of lights
Tyres
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UK law says Tread depth to be minimum 1.6mm
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Check the condition making sure there are no cuts, bulges, or excessive wear
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Correct tyre type for the vehicle
It is advised that most breakdowns on motorways are due to tyre problems.
Steering & Suspension
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Suspension system including shock absorbers and springs
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Steering wheel, column, and rack
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Ball joints and track rods
Brakes & Regenerative Braking
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Overall efficiency and condition
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Brake pads, discs, and drums
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Handbrake functionality
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Regenerative Braking
Brakes can be a common advisory or fail given on MOT tests but can be a quick and fairly cheap repair.
Windscreen & Wipers
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No chips or cracks in the driver’s line of sight (larger than 10mm)
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Wipers working correctly
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Washer fluid level
High-Voltage Battery & Charging Port (Additional for EVs)
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Battery security (no damage, leaks, or loose mounting)
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Charging port condition (no damage, no exposed wires)
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High-voltage cables (securely fastened and undamaged)
FAQ's about an MOT for electric cars
Emissions test (since EVs produce no emissions)
Exhaust system (no exhaust in an electric vehicle)
Fuel system (no petrol or diesel system)
If your car fails its MOT, it will have to be repaired before it can be retested.
It's not a good idea to drive a car that has failed its MOT. Your insurance company may also not cover you (please check for information).
We will give a free no obligation quote for the repairs. If they are done within 10 years we will retest the car for free.