Warrant of Fitness
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A Warrant of Fitness (WoF) is a regular check that your vehicle meets required safety standards, at the time of inspection. Our WoF covers but is not limited to:
Tyre condition (including tread depth) | ✔ | |
Brake operation | ✔ | |
Structural condition (rust is not allowed in certain areas) | ✔ | |
Lights | ✔ | |
Glazing (is your windscreen safe?) | ✔ | |
Windscreen washers and wipers | ✔ | |
Doors (do they open and close safely?) | ✔ | |
Safety belts (must not be damaged or overly faded; buckles must work properly) | ✔ | |
Airbags (if fitted) | ✔ | |
Speedometer (must be working) | ✔ | |
Steering and suspension (must be safe and secure) | ✔ | |
Exhaust (there must be no leaks and the exhaust must not be smoky or louder than the original exhaust system) | ✔ | |
Clean windscreens (front and rear exterior/front interior) | ✔ | |
Fuel system (there must be no leaks) | ✔ | |
A WoF is not a pre-purchase inspection. It doesn't include many areas of a vehicle's condition. |
Engine, clutch, gearbox and differential condition | ✖ | |
Lubricant levels and condition | ✖ | |
Paint work condition and some rust in non-structural areas. | ✖ | |
If your vehicle fails a WoF inspection you cannot drive it on the road. We will discuss options with you to bring your vehicle up to WoF standard. |