Drivers risk a hefty fine for failing to carry out a vital check on their vehicle. Under Government rules, you can be fined up to £2,500 if you do not ensure your car is roadworthy.
Not only this but you could also be banned from driving and issued three penalty points. This will occur if your vehicle is in a "dangerous" condition.
This remains true even if it has successfully passed its latest MOT test. The Government website states: "You're responsible for making sure your vehicle is always safe to drive ('roadworthy'). It can be unsafe even if you have a current MOT certificate.
"You can be fined up to £2,500, be banned from driving and get three penalty points for driving a vehicle in a dangerous condition."
A vehicle is considered to be in dangerous condition if the vehicle or trailer poses a risk of injury to any person due to:
Checks to carry out
To avoid your car being deemed dangerous, the Government website recommends carrying out the following checks every time you drive:
Your vehicle’s handbook will tell you how often to check the:
The handbook will also tell you when your vehicle needs to be serviced. Tyre tread must be a certain depth depending on the type of vehicle:
For more information, visit the Government website here.