You may not be aware but Manchetts in Burwell on Ness Road also specialise in horsebox service repair and MOT. Our Vosa approved MOT testing station in Burwell is convenient and local to Newmarket and surrounding villages, So you don’t have to go to VOSA test stations in Royston or Crimplesham in Downham Market & We can MOT all makes & models of horsebox and have commercial workshops on site to quote for repair or service.
Tel 01638 744530 to book
Manchetts Vosa approved MOT testing station is available for commercial MOT testing every Monday & We can offer a free collection service within a ten mile radius of Burwell.
Things to be aware of; If you’ve made changes to the vehicle’s specification such as changing the tyres to a different specification to the original fitting, you need to let us know. Check you have a plating certificate (VTG 6) displayed somewhere in the cab and another copy for your records (VTG 7). Bring both to the test.
If your vehicle is fitted with a tachograph but you only use it as a speedometer, you must make sure that all the seals are intact, and that the tachograph has been initially calibrated (Manchetts can calibrate tachographs) and is fitted with both the calibration and K factor plaques. Also if you do not use tachograph charts, you will need to fill out a tachograph exemption form and present it at the time of the test.
Five common reasons for failure which you can check yourself before test are 1.Headlights & lamps-check they are working and look for faded or broken lenses. 2.Reflectors check for obvious missing reflectors at the rear or sides of your vehicle. 3.Tyres- check the wheel nuts for security and your tyre pressures. Check they are the required depth of tread. 4. Corrosion- excessive corrosion on the cab chassis or body will fail the MOT. 5. Speedometer- make sure it illuminates.
