Reason to refuse a test:
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Evidence of date of first use (usually
the V5 reg doc or in the case of lease cars a VE103) is not produced where
this is required for the tester to determine what standards are required
e.g pre 1st April 1987 vehicles do not require seat belts in the rear.
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Its too dirty or parts are so dirty a proper exam can't be carried out (usually
builders trucks, off-roaders etc)
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Vehicle is not fit to be driven e.g lack of fuel, oil, coolant or other reasons
(make sure there's enough fuel to do the emissions test and any
road test that may be necessary).
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Insecure load (you have the option of removing it or securing it)
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The fee is not paid in advance (to cover those who owe the garage money or
are likely to do a runner if the vehicle fails!)
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Vehicle emits substantial amounts of
avoidable smoke (very old vehicles may smoke as a result
of their original design and are exempt from this requirement)
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The tester cannot get access to those areas needing
examination because a door, panel etc designed to open originally cannot
be opened.
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The vehicle is in such a condition it involves risk of injury or damage to
the vehicle, people or property (remember the garage will have Health and
Safety issues to consider). This one also covers
Diesel engines.