door mirror/MOT question . . . .

Post by **wasserleaker** » 26 May 2007, 19:49

hi all,
just wondered if a smashed mirror glass on the passenger side door is reason for an MOT failure, does anyone know?
does anyone know if replacement mirror glass for the carat style big mirrors are available still?

Post by **Rozzo** » 26 May 2007, 20:14

i dont think mirrors are on the mot. at least they didn't used to be. i would think that even if they are as long as you have at least one you should be ok.
i'd ring the test station tho just to be sure.

Post by **edmundator** » 27 May 2007, 09:51

I understood that if windows were fitted (as standard), they had to be in place and operable. There is definitely a requirement for drivers to have some sort of rearward vision. I used to have an X1/9 that had no wing mirrors as standard, so only the rear-view mirror needed to be present for the test.

Website · Post by **dbroada** » 27 May 2007, 10:09

I didn't think they were included in the MOT. Not everything fitted MUST work. I haven't had reversing lights on either my van or car for several years. However everything must be safe. There should be no sharp edges to the glass and no possibility of it falling out. Phoning the test centre first is the safest option but I would be inclined to cover them.

look what I've just found...
http://www.ukmot.com/mot_check.asp#information8

Post by **wasserleaker** » 28 May 2007, 08:04

thanks for the replies, folks, and that link is well useful Dbroada! cheers