12vStig
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Registered: 23rd Dec 07
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...cars in for in tomorrow, ive never had to do one before and was just wondering what sort of things they can fail you on etc...
ive got a smashed back light atm but im going to fix that first thing tomorrow as ive just got myself a new one from a mate
other than that the only other problem i can notice is that my oil light has been on for the best part of 8 months but this is due to a faulty filter rather than no oil... apparently 
...so just wondering what should i look to clean up and make sure is in full working order before the big day?
thanks and sorry if its in the wrong place, was a toss up between here and general
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AlunJ
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Registered: 3rd Apr 07
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faulty oil filter? Change it then surely, won't cost more than a few quid!
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nathy_87
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Make sure all your bulbs are in working order, GET that light housing repaired, and generally check everything under the bonent including windowscreen washer.
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12vStig
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cheers guys, im going to sort the back light first thing... doesnt look a hard job at all, few bolts bish bash bosh
ill get windscreen washer etc sorted, but with the oil light i cant get hold of another filter atm will that be a problem for the MOT?
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DaveyLC
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quote:
Originally posted by 12vStig
other than that the only other problem i can notice is that my oil light has been on for the best part of 8 months but this is due to a faulty filter rather than no oil... apparently
Oil filter has nothing to do with the light.
RED oil light = pressure which either means a) your engine is fucked or b) the sensor is fucked as you've been driving it like that for months its probably the sensor.
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Ian
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I would hope its the sensor.
I've moved the thread anyway. Just for clarification, Off Day contains the line 'things other than cars' and General Chat is described as 'general car discussion'.
If in doubt, read the description. Best of luck with the test.
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Rob E
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Faulty oil filter 
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antnee
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For anyone in the know, do you need a reverse light for a MOT?
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Rob E
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Nope, its a non testable item but some testers will test it to see if it affects the lighting from any other bulbs 
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Dan H
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you do, but not that many places around my area dont check them, the garage i used to work at only checked the Reverse lights when then wanted tbh
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12vStig
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quote:
Originally posted by Rob E
Faulty oil filter
my mate reckons he knows his stuff and thats what he told me... i admit i know nothing lol
hopefully its the sensor when i get a few bob in ill get it sorted, thanks again y'all *crosses fingers*
wish me luck
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AlexW
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quote:
Originally posted by antnee
For anyone in the know, do you need a reverse light for a MOT?
Seems you got a few differnet answers there.
The truth is, if it has one fitted it must work, but if you dont have one then you dont need one lol
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AdamF
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actually the truth is you dont need one at all
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DaveyLC
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quote:
Originally posted by 12vStig
my mate reckons he knows his stuff and thats what he told me... i admit i know nothing lol
Your mate is a n00b.
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