Mot & mirrors

[JP5000]

Are electric mirrors functionality tested on a mot test ? Is it a fail if electric mirror controls do not function thanks in advance.

[D4NNY-801]

Nope aslong as you can see out of them the movement side of things whether that be electric or cable doesnt come into it

[TomiX]

Excerpt from MOT manual;

Obligatory mirrors
Obligatory mirrors area. an exterior mirror fitted to the offside (right-hand side when seated in the driver's seat), orb. an exterior mirror fitted to the nearside (left-hand side when seated in the driver's seat), orc. an interior mirror.

Method of Inspection
1. Check the obligatory mirrors for presence, security, condition and useability

Reason for rejection
a. missing or insecure
b. so damaged or deteriorated that the view to the rear is seriously impaired
c. does not provide a view to the rear of the vehicle
d. not clearly visible from the driver's seat, or incapable of being adjusted to be clearly visible from the drivers seat

Last bit may be an issue if they are picky but, as long as they are set so you can see out of them, it should be ok.

[JP5000]

Cheers guys one less headache to sort before dreaded mot test