Guidance

Testing advice for cars and passenger vehicles: guidance for MOT testers

Published 11 June 2025

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

Abarth

Abarth 500 and 595

The 500 has a one position (on or off) light switch on the indicator stalk.

Both the front position lamps and headlamps are lit at the same time when the ignition is on and the light switch is moved to the on position.

These vehicles also have front day running lights incorporated in the front position lamps. When the ignition is switched on, the day running lights may illuminate. This depends on whether the facility is active.

When you subsequently switch on the front position lamps, the day running lights are extinguished and the front position lamps lit.

With the ignition in the stop position or the key removed, only the front position lamps and registration plate lamps are lit when the light switch is turned to the on position. Moving the indicator stalk up or down illuminates either left or right position lamps as parking lights.

Aston Martin

Aston Martin models with an electronic parking brake, including four-wheel drive

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral.

3. Run both rollers together.

4. Apply the EPB multiple times until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock.

Test the service brake using a decelerometer.

Audi

Audi models with adaptive air suspension

Before raising the vehicle with the wheels clear of the ground, you may need to select a specific lifting mode.

You can access this in the menu of the vehicle’s on-board computer system.

Audi models with an electronic parking brake

All Audi models fitted with an electronic parking brake (EPB) can be roller brake tested following the usual procedure in the MOT inspection manual regardless of whether the vehicle:

• is two-wheel drive (2WD)
• is four-wheel drive (4WD)

You should apply the EPB incrementally. It can take up to 4 operations of the switch to achieve maximum efforts.

Audi four-wheel drive models with a mechanical parking brake

You must test the service and parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

Audi A2

For a full inspection of some components you need to examine them from under the bonnet.

1. Pull the lever to open the front grille.

2. Turn the grey spring-loaded catches anti-clockwise and pull the bonnet panel forwards slightly.

3. Lift the bonnet off the vehicle, taking care not to damage it in the process.

Bentley

Bentley Bentayga models with an electronic parking brake, including all-wheel drive

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put on a seat belt.

2. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

3. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral.

4. Make sure the engine is not running and the ignition is switched on.

5. Hold Assist function ‘auto hold’ turned off.

6. Run both rollers together for at least 5 seconds to activate test mode. The test mode is active when the yellow EPB fault warning lamp lights up.

7. Apply the EPB a maximum of 4 times or until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock. On a fifth application the EPB will release.

8. Start the engine. Wait approximately 5 seconds until sufficient vacuum has built up before driving out of the rollers.

9. Test mode will exit automatically.

You must test the service brake on four-wheel (4WD) vehicles using a decelerometer.

Bentley Continental GT GTC, Flying Spur and Mulsanne models with an electronic parking brake, including all-wheel drive

To test the EPB:

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral.

3. Make sure the engine is not running and the ignition is switched on.

4. Run both rollers together for at least 5 seconds to activate test mode. The test mode is active when the yellow electric parking brake fault warning lamp lights up.

5. Apply the EPB multiple times until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock.

6. Release the parking brake to exit test mode.

7. Start the engine. Wait approximately 5 seconds until sufficient vacuum has built up before driving out of the rollers.

You must test the service brake on 4WD vehicles using a decelerometer.

BMW

BMW X-series

If an electronic parking brake (EPB) is fitted, you must test it using a roller brake tester (RBT). EPB application is the same for approved RBTs in:

• non-automated test lanes
• automated test lanes
• one person test lanes

To test the EPB:

1. Switch off the hill descent control (HDC). This must stay off throughout the test.

2. Put the rear wheels in the rollers.

3. Switch off the engine and leave the key remote in the ignition.

4. Select the ‘N’ transmission position and switch the ignition on. The engine must not be running.

5. Start the brake rollers and apply the EPB by pulling up the EPB switch.

6. Record the efforts.

7. Press the EPB button and the brake pedal at the same time to release the EPB.

You cannot test the EPB with a plate brake tester or a decelerometer.

Chevrolet Holden HSV

Chevrolet Commodore, GTS, HSV, Maloo (s), Monaro and UTE

Some vehicles, such as some import models, may not be fitted with an engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).

For those that do have the MIL, it should function when you switch the ignition on or start the engine.

Do not fail these vehicles if the MIL is inoperative. Only fail these vehicles if the engine MIL indicates a malfunction.

Citroen

Citroen 2CV

Some of these vehicles may not have a main beam warning lamp. Do not fail the vehicle for that reason.

However, if a main beam warning lamp is fitted, you must test it.

Citroen C3

Citroen C3 manufactured from 2009 onwards with VIN starting VF7S

The front anti-roll bar bushes on this vehicle may become debonded resulting in the anti-roll bar moving away from its central position.

Whilst carrying out lock to lock checks on unlocked turn plates as defined in section 2.1.4 of the MOT inspection manual, do additional visual checks to determine if the anti-roll bar has moved from its central position. Check the gap between the ends of the anti-roll bar and brake callipers in both directions.

If you see a significant difference, advise the vehicle presenter to get advice from the manufacturer’s dealer.

If you can determine the bushes are excessively worn, consider failure under 5.3.4 (a)(i).

Citroen C4

Citroen C4 and C4 Picasso models with an electronic parking brake

The electronic parking brake (EPB) button needs to remain pulled during the park brake test to record the maximum achievable values.

Citroen C4 manufactured between 2014 and 2020 with VIN starting VF70

The front anti-roll bar bushes on this vehicle may become debonded resulting in the anti-roll bar moving away from its central position.

Whilst carrying out lock to lock checks on unlocked turn plates as defined in section 2.1.4 of the MOT inspection manual, do additional visual checks to determine if the anti-roll bar has moved from its central position. Check the gap between the ends of the anti-roll bar and brake callipers in both directions.

If you see a significant difference, advise the vehicle presenter to get advice from the manufacturer’s dealer.

If you can determine the bushes are excessively worn, consider failure under 5.3.4 (a)(i).

Citroen C4 VIN starting VFRD or VF7RW with hydraulic suspension

Raising more than one road wheel at a time requires the removal of the hydraulic fluid reservoir cap.

This is not acceptable for MOT purposes.

You must raise each road wheel separately using only the vehicle’s designated jacking points.

Citroen C5

Citroen C5 models with an electronic parking brake

The electronic parking brake (EPB) button needs to remain pulled during the park brake test to record the maximum achievable values.

Citroen C5 VIN starting VFRD or VF7RW with hydraulic suspension

Raising more than one road wheel at a time requires the removal of the hydraulic fluid reservoir cap.

This is not acceptable for MOT purposes.

You must raise each road wheel separately using only the vehicle’s designated jacking points.

Citroen Picasso

Citroen Picasso with air suspension

Before jacking vehicles fitted with pneumatic suspension, you must deactivate the system.

The button for this is located in the rear luggage compartment on the nearside trim panel. For the Grand C4 Picasso, the button is below the height adjustment switch. For the C4 Picasso, it’s to the side of the height adjustment switch.

To deactivate the system:

1. Press the button for approximately 2 seconds.

2. Release the button when you hear a beep.

Deactivation is confirmed when the LED lamp is on in the switch.

To reactivate the system:

1. Press the button for approximately 2 seconds.

2. Release the button when you hear a beep.

Reactivation is confirmed when the LED lamp is off in the switch.

Citroen DS4 and DS5 models with an electronic parking brake

The electronic parking brake (EPB) button needs to remain pulled during the park brake test to record the maximum achievable values.

Dacia

Dacia Duster

You must emissions test vehicles equipped with an H4M 738 petrol engine and E06R/E06S emission control standard using the following procedure:

1. Wait for the engine to reach normal operating temperature.

2. Stop the engine and wait at least 10 seconds.

3. Restart the engine.

4. Turn on the rear window heater.

5. Carry out the emissions test with a fast idle range of 3,000rpm to 3,700rpm.

6. If the engine cannot be kept within this range, hold the clutch down while conducting the check.

You can identify this variant by ‘H4M 738’ cold stamp marked on the engine. You may also see a sticker on the timing cover.

DS

DS3

DS3 manufactured between 2009 and 2018 with VIN starting VF7S

The front anti-roll bar bushes on this vehicle may become debonded resulting in the anti-roll bar moving away from its central position.

While carrying out lock to lock checks on unlocked turn plates as defined in section 2.1.4 of the MOT inspection manual, do additional visual checks to determine if the anti-roll bar has moved from its central position. Check the gap between the ends of the anti-roll bar and brake callipers in both directions.

If you see a significant difference, advise the vehicle presenter to get advice from the manufacturer’s dealer.

If you can determine the bushes are excessively worn, consider failure under 5.3.4 (a)(i).

Fiat

Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 has a one position (on or off) light switch on the indicator stalk.

Both the front position lamps and headlamps are lit at the same time when the ignition is on and the light switch is moved to the on position.

These vehicles also have front day running lights incorporated in the front position lamps. When the ignition is switched on, the day running lights may illuminate. This depends on whether the facility is active.

When you subsequently switch on the front position lamps, the day running lights are extinguished and the front position lamps lit.

With the ignition in the stop position or the key removed, only the front position lamps and registration plate lamps are lit when the light switch is turned to the on position. Moving the indicator stalk up or down illuminates either left or right position lamps as parking lights.

Ford

All Ford models except Transit four-wheel drive and Mach E

You must test parking brake performance in the brake rollers for four-wheel drive (4WD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) variants, fitted with either manual or automatic transmission, using the following procedures.

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral and no brake is applied.

3. Run both rollers together.

4. Apply the EPB until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock.

To test a mechanical parking brake (MPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral and no brake is applied.

3. Run both rollers together.

4. Apply the parking brake until the wheels lock or maximum efficiency is reached.

If the vehicle is ejected from the rollers, repeat the test with the front wheels chocked.

You must test the service brake on 4WD/AWD variants using a decelerometer.

You must test the service brake on two-wheel drive (2WD) vehicles as normal using the primary brake tester.

Ford Mach E

These vehicles are fitted with one-pedal drive, which you must switch off to conduct the brake test.

You must test both the service brake and parking brake performance on the primary brake tester, either roller or plate.

First, if one-pedal drive is engaged, switch it off using the following procedure:

1. Go to the settings menu and select Controls. See Centre Display.

2. Select Drive Modes.

3. Switch 1-Pedal Drive off.

Second, make sure auto hold is off. You can switch the system on or off by accessing the menu on the touchscreen:

1. Access the application drawer.

2. Select Settings.

3. Press Driver Assistance.

You can only switch the system on after you close the driver door.

The system remembers the last setting when you start the vehicle.

After you have completed the roller brake test, make sure you return all settings to how they were before the brake test.

Ford Transit four-wheel drive

For 4WD and AWD Transits manufactured with a mechanical parking brake, you must test the service brake and parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

Ford Transit

Identify type approved seat belt installations as follows:

• vehicles with 12 and 15 seats (including the driver) where the fourth character of the VIN number is ‘E’
• vehicles with 17 seats (including the driver) where there is a 6-figure code EJA?CL or EJJ?CL marked in the top right hand of the manufacturer’s plate (in the type code box) – in the code the fourth character marked ‘?’ can be any character

Honda

Honda models fitted with an electronic parking brake

You can test service brake performance efficiency on all Honda models using a roller brake tester, following the usual procedure in the MOT inspection manual.

This is regardless of whether the vehicle is two-wheel drive (2WD) or four-wheel drive (4WD).

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the ignition is on and the engine is off.

3. Make sure no brake is applied.

4. Disengage the clutch and press the parking brake switch.

5. Run both rollers together.

6. Apply the EPB up to 6 or 7 times until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock.

Honda four-wheel drive models with a mechanical parking brake

You must test the service and parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

Hyundai

All Hyundai models with an electronic parking brake

All Hyundai models, including four-wheel drive (4WD) variants, fitted with an electronic parking brake (EPB) can have the EPB performance tested in the brake rollers.

To test the EPB:

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral and no brake is applied.

3. Run both rollers together.

4. Apply the EPB, holding the control in the ‘on’ position for 2 to 5 seconds.

If the vehicle is ejected from the rollers, repeat the test with the front wheels chocked.

You must test the service brake on 4WD and all-wheel drive (AWD) variants using a decelerometer.

Jaguar

All Jaguar models with an electronic parking brake

You can only test the electronic parking brake (EPB) using either:

• a plate brake tester as detailed in section 1.4.1 of the MOT inspection manual
• a roller brake tester (RBT) in manual mode – you must not use the automated test (ATL) programme

You cannot test the EPB parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

If the RBT has been approved for applied brake tests (APB), you do not need to use the following test procedures. Instead, apply the EPB and test using the APB test function on the RBT.

How you test the EPB depends on if the vehicle has a:

• rotary gear selector (type A)
• trigger gear selector (type B)
• palm gear selector (type C)

Models with a rotary (type A) or trigger (type B) gear selector

Left: a rotary gear selector (type A). Right: a trigger selector (type B).

To test the EPB on a model with a rotary or trigger gear selector:

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers and chock both front wheels.

2. Make sure all the doors are fully closed and the driver’s seat belt is not fastened.

3. Make sure the engine is running, the EPB is released, and the gearbox is in neutral.

4. Run both rollers together in forward direction for more than 3 seconds.

5. A yellow parking brake warning lamp will light up when the vehicle enables the test mode. An EPB warning message may also appear in the instrument cluster.

6. Apply the EPB switch once per second until maximum brake effort is achieved or the wheels lock.

Models with a palm gear selector (type C)

Palm gear selector (type C) with integrated gearbox park button.

To test the EPB on a model with a palm gear selector:

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers and chock both front wheels.

2. Make sure all the doors are fully closed and the driver’s seat belt is not fastened.

3. Make sure the engine is running.

4. Press and hold the footbrake and press the ‘P’ button.

5. Select neutral whilst pressing the footbrake.

6. When neutral is selected, release the footbrake. Do not touch or apply the footbrake until the parking brake test is complete. 

7. Run both rollers together in forward direction for more than 3 seconds.

8. A yellow parking brake warning lamp will light up when the vehicle enables the test mode. An EPB warning message may also appear in the instrument cluster.

9. Apply the EPB switch once per second until maximum brake effort is achieved or the wheels lock.

The service brake on four-wheel drive (4WD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) variants

You must test the service brake on four-wheel drive (4WD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) variants using a decelerometer.

Jaguar F-Pace, XE, and XF (manufactured between 2018 and 2020)

Some MOT emission testing analysers can cause battery drain on certain models of Jaguar vehicles.

The problem happens when the instrument panel cluster sees a functional request for a diagnostics service it doesn’t support, leaving it unable to go to sleep.

You should not use OBD connections for reading engine temperature and speed measurement on the:

• Jaguar F-Pace
• Jaguar XE
• Jaguar XF (manufactured between 2018 and 2020)

You should only use the emission analyser’s approved dipstick oil temperature probe and speed measuring devices.

If the engine speed cannot be measured, you should use the vehicle tachometer (if fitted).

If the dipstick temperature probe cannot be used, use the temperature gauge, cooling fan cut in or hot coolant hoses to check this.

You must remove cosmetic engine covers if they can be easily unclipped.

If you do not do this it can cause drain issues on the vehicle which will not be covered under the vehicle warranty.

Jeep

Jeep Grand Cherokee

On models with automatic headlamp activation, the ‘position lamp’ position on the headlamp switch is for parking lamps.

When you select this position with the ignition on or engine running, the position lamps will not illuminate.

Do not regard it as a defect. To check the lamps illuminate, select the ‘position lamp’ position with the ignition off.

Kia

Kia Sorento and Sportage four-wheel drive models

You can test service brake performance and efficiency on all Kia Sorento and Sportage four-wheel drive (4WD) models using a roller brake tester by following the usual procedure in the MOT inspection manual.

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral.

3. Run both rollers together.

4. Apply the EPB until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock.

The EPB may grab on the test and need to be repeated.

Land Rover

Land Rover models with an electronic parking brake actuators fitted to callipers

You can only test the electronic parking brake (EPB) using either:

• a plate brake tester as detailed in section 1.4.1 of the MOT inspection manual
• a roller brake tester (RBT) in manual mode – you must not use the automated test (ATL) programme

You cannot test the EPB parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

If the RBT has been approved for applied brake tests (APB), you do not need to use the following test procedures. Instead, apply the EPB and test using the APB test function on the RBT.

How you test the EPB depends on if the vehicle has a:

• rotary gear selector (type A)
• trigger gear selector (type B)
• palm gear selector (type C)

Models with a rotary (type A) or trigger (type B) gear selector

Left: a rotary gear selector (type A). Right: a trigger selector (type B).

To test the EPB on a model with a rotary or trigger gear selector:

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers and chock both front wheels.

2. Make sure all the doors are fully closed and the driver’s seat belt is not fastened.

3. Make sure the engine is running, the EPB is released, and the gearbox is in neutral.

4. Run both rollers together in forward direction for more than 3 seconds.

5. A yellow parking brake warning lamp will light up when the vehicle enables the test mode. An EPB warning message may also appear in the instrument cluster.

6. Apply the EPB switch once per second until maximum brake effort is achieved or the wheels lock.

Models with a palm gear selector (type C)

Palm gear selector (type C) with integrated gearbox park button.

To test the EPB on a model with a palm gear selector:

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers and chock both front wheels.

2. Make sure all the doors are fully closed and the driver’s seat belt is not fastened.

3. Make sure the engine is running.

4. Press and hold the footbrake and press the ‘P’ button.

5. Select neutral whilst pressing the footbrake.

6. When neutral is selected, release the footbrake. Do not touch or apply the footbrake until the parking brake test is complete. 

7. Run both rollers together in forward direction for more than 3 seconds.

8. A yellow parking brake warning lamp will light up when the vehicle enables the test mode. An EPB warning message may also appear in the instrument cluster.

9. Apply the EPB switch once per second until maximum brake effort is achieved or the wheels lock.

The service brake

You must test the service brake using a decelerometer.

Land Rover models with an electronic parking brake operated by cables

To test the EPB:

1. Only use a plate test or decelerometer.

2. Bring the vehicle to rest on level ground.

3. Apply the EPB.

4. Fully apply the brake pedal 3 times and hold on the third application. This must be within 10 seconds.

5. Whilst maintaining pressure on the footbrake, pull the EPB switch 4 times in a row and then press 3 times in a row. This must be within 20 seconds.

6. Mode selection will be indicated on the instrument panel by a flashing red light and a mode selection message ‘Park Brake Bedding Cycle Active’.

7. Once the parking brake efficiency has been completed, deactivate the ‘bedding’ mode, either by switching off the ignition or if the vehicle is driven at speeds above 50kph.

Land Rover Discovery, Discovery Sport, Evoque, and Velar (manufactured between 2018 and 2020)

Some MOT emission testing analysers can cause battery drain on certain models of Land Rover vehicles.

The problem happens when the instrument panel cluster sees a functional request for a diagnostics service it doesn’t support, leaving it unable to go to sleep.

You should not use OBD connections for reading engine temperature and speed measurement on the:

• Land Rover Discovery
• Land Rover Discovery Sport
• Land Rover Evoque
• Land Rover Velar (manufactured from 2018 to 2020)

You should only use the emission analyser’s approved dipstick oil temperature probe and speed measuring devices.

If the engine speed cannot be measured, you should use the vehicle tachometer (if fitted).

If the dipstick temperature probe cannot be used, use the temperature gauge, cooling fan cut in or hot coolant hoses to check this.

You must remove cosmetic engine covers if they can be easily unclipped.

If you do not do this it can cause drain issues on the vehicle which will not be covered under the vehicle warranty.

LDV/Freight Rover

LDV Convoy, Freight Rover 200/400 and Sherpa

Identify type approved seat belt installations as follows: vehicles with a chassis number from 933478 onwards and the seventh character of the VIN number is ‘S’ or ‘V’.

Lexus

Lexus LS

You can test this vehicle using a roller brake tester (RBT) if it’s fitted with an electronic parking brake (EPB).

You need to test each wheel individually.

Follow these steps to test the EPB.

1. Put the gearbox in neutral.

2. Turn off the EP Auto function. The ‘Auto’ switch is above the EPB switch/lever to the left of the steering column.

3. Start the roller.

4. Press and hold the EPB switch until maximum effort is achieved or the wheel locks.

5. Release the lever and record a reading, if necessary.

6. Release (pull lever) the EPB before testing the other wheel.

The EPB will release on drive take up but you may need to manually release the EPB to enable the vehicle to drive out of the rollers.

To exit the brake rollers, it’s advisable to switch off the VSC/TRC system. Do this by pressing the VSC button on the centre console once. A warning light will appear on the instrument panel to confirm the system is off.

Mazda

Mazda models with an electronic parking brake, including four-wheel drive variants

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the ignition is switched on (engine running) and the gearbox is in neutral.

3. Make sure you are not applying the accelerator or brake pedals.

4. Run both rollers for over 3 seconds. The EPB warning light will illuminate to indicate ‘electric parking brake inspection mode’ has been engaged.

5. Apply the EPB multiple times until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock.

If the EPB inspection mode fails to engage, you can still test EPB performance but the maximum force will be applied with a single operation of the EPB switch.

You must test the service brake on 4WD variants using a decelerometer.

Mercedes Benz

Mercedes EQE and EQS

The bonnet release on these vehicles is not intended to be opened by normal users. They must be opened at MOT to access testable items.

The release in the driver’s compartment has a cover. It’s located in the usual place next to the on-board diagnostics (OBD) port.

Some vehicles have either a small self-tapper screw or plastic rivet, which must be removed.

When you remove the cover, there may be a normal release lever or cable. Pull this to release the bonnet catches.

Open the bonnet and use a suitable prop or assistant to hold the bonnet open.

Mercedes 117, 118, 156, 166, 167, 172, 176, 177, 190, 205, 213, 217, 222, 231, 238, 242, 246, 247, 253, 257, 290, 292, 293, 463

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure no brake is applied.

3. Run both rollers together for several seconds to engage test mode.

4. Press the parking brake switch.

5. After 3 seconds, press the parking brake switch a second time.

6. If necessary, wait a further 3 seconds and press the parking brake switch a third time.

7. If necessary, wait a further 3 seconds and press the parking brake until the test is completed. It’s important that the time from the first operation of the parking brake until the test is completed is not more than 15 seconds.

You must test the service brake on 4WD variants using a decelerometer.

MG

All MG models

The ABS warning lamp does not light up in some MG vehicles when the ignition is switched on.

If an ABS warning lamp does not go on and off when you switch the ignition on, you should not fail the vehicle for ‘Warning device not working’.

If the ABS system detects a fault when you switch the ignition on and the lamp remains on, you must fail the vehicle for ‘Warning device shows a system malfunction’.

Nissan

Nissan Leaf

The electronic parking brake (EPB) on the Nissan Leaf can be tested using a roller brake tester. You cannot use a plate brake tester or a decelerometer.

Before testing the parking brake on these vehicles, make sure that the gearbox is in neutral (N) with the ignition on.

The EPB will apply with one operation of the switch but maximum effort may be achieved by a second operation.

Nissan Navara D40

The Nissan Navara D40 model may have had a modification to the rear section of chassis, where a number of plates are fitted over the existing chassis rails, including within prescribed areas.

These plates are stitch welded to the existing chassis as well as being stitch welded to each other.

The spring anchor and shackle brackets are mounted to these plates, as are a number of cross-members.

This is a manufacturer approved modification and should not be considered an unsafe modification or an unacceptable repair.

Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai can be roller brake tested following the usual procedure in the MOT inspection manual, provided two-wheel drive (2WD) is selected.

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure no brake is applied.

3. Run both rollers together and wait 3 seconds.

4. Apply the EPB up to 4 times until the wheels lock or you reach maximum brake efficiency.

Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail can be roller brake tested following the usual procedure in the MOT inspection manual, provided two-wheel drive (2WD) is selected.

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure no brake is applied.

3. Run both rollers together and wait 3 seconds.

4. Apply the EPB up to 4 times until the wheels lock or you reach maximum brake efficiency.

Peugeot

Peugeot 208 manufactured between 2011 and 2020 with VIN starting VF3C

The front anti-roll bar bushes on this vehicle may become debonded resulting in the anti-roll bar moving away from its central position.

Whilst carrying out lock to lock checks on unlocked turn plates as defined in section 2.1.4 of the MOT inspection manual, do additional visual checks to determine if the anti-roll bar has moved from its central position. Check the gap between the ends of the anti-roll bar and brake callipers in both directions.

If you see a significant difference, advise the vehicle presenter to get advice from the manufacturer’s dealer.

If you can determine the bushes are excessively worn, consider failure under 5.3.4 (a)(i).

Peugeot 3008, 5008 and 508 models with an electronic parking brake

The electronic parking brake (EPB) button needs to remain pulled during the park brake test to record the maximum achievable values.

Porsche

All Porsche models

Make sure the keys are not left in the vehicle out of the ignition, as the central locking may activate.

All Porsche models except 911 (992) with parking brake actuators fitted to both rear wheels

For vehicles with dual-actuator electronic parking brakes (EPB), test them with a conventional roller brake tester.

To test the EPB:

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral and the ignition is switched on.

3. Run both rollers together and the vehicle will switch to brake test mode after a few seconds.

4. The message ‘Electric parking brake in service mode’ will appear on the multi-function display.

5. Apply the EPB multiple times until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock.

You must not test EPBs with a decelerometer.

You must test the service brake on two-wheel drive (2WD) vehicles using the primary brake tester.

You must test the service brake on four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles using a decelerometer.

Porsche 911 (992) manufactured from week 48 2021

Some 911 (992) models manufactured from late 2021 are only fitted with one parking brake actuator on the nearside rear. Follow these steps to identify them.

1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface.

2. Select Drive mode (‘D’) with the brake pedal pressed and the EPB off.

3. Engage the parking brake by pulling the parking brake switch. The parking brake will operate regardless of the system fitted to the vehicle.

4. If the transmission shifts to ‘P’ (indicated on the central display), the vehicle is fitted with a single-actuator EPB.

You cannot test park brake efficiency for vehicles of this type using roller or plate brake testers, unless the roller brake tester has an applied brake test (APB) function.

If your roller brake tester has an APB test function, then use that to test parking brake efficiency.

If it does not have an APB test function, you must conduct a gradient test for the parking brake of this type of 911.

You must not test EPBs with a decelerometer.

You can test the service brake on 2WD vehicles using a roller brake tester or plate tester.

You must not test the service brake on 4WD vehicles using a roller brake tester.

Renault

Renault Clio Cup 172 with VIN starting VF1CB1NDF

There is no external link to the load sensing valve.

Renault Clio Cup 182 with VIN starting VF1CB22DF

There is no external link to the load sensing valve.

Renault Clio Mk 2 manufactured between 1988 and 2005

The bonnet catch on these vehicles may not work properly if it is not properly maintained.

Pay particular attention to these. Advise presenters of any malfunction or stiffness that has not yet reached the point of MOT failure using the VT32.

Rolls Royce

All Rolls Royce models, including four-wheel drive

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Place the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral.

3. Run both rollers together and apply the EPB until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock.

You must test the service brake on four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles using a decelerometer.

Seat

All Seat models with an electronic parking brake

All Seat models fitted with an electronic parking brake (EPB) can be roller brake tested following the usual procedure in the MOT inspection manual regardless of whether the vehicle:

• is two-wheel drive (2WD)
• is four-wheel drive (4WD)

You should apply the EPB incrementally. It can take up to 4 operations of the switch to achieve maximum efforts.

All four-wheel drive Seat models with a mechanical parking brake

You must test the service and parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

Skoda

All Skoda models with an electronic parking brake

All Skoda models fitted with an electronic parking brake (EPB) can be roller brake tested following the usual procedure in the MOT inspection manual regardless of whether the vehicle:

• is two-wheel drive (2WD)
• is four-wheel drive (4WD)

You should apply the EPB incrementally. It can take up to 4 operations of the switch to achieve maximum efforts.

All Skoda four-wheel drive models with a mechanical parking brake

You must test the service and parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

Ssangyong

All Ssangyong models

You can test electronic parking brake (EPB) performance for all models fitted with an EPB, including four-wheel drive (4WD) variants, using brake rollers. No special procedure is required.

Tesla

All Tesla models

See Tesla’s information and procedures for MOT testing.

Toyota

All Toyota models with an electronic parking brake, including four-wheel drive

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the gearbox is in neutral and the ignition is switched on.

3. Make sure no brake is applied.

4. Run both rollers together. The vehicle will switch to brake test mode after 3 seconds.

5. Pull the parking brake switch.

6. If necessary, pull the parking brake switch multiple times. Wait 3 seconds between each application, until maximum effort is achieved.

You must test the service brake on two-wheel drive (2WD) vehicles using the primary brake tester.

You must test the service brake on 4WD vehicles using a decelerometer.

Vauxhall

All Vauxhall models fitted with an electronic parking brake

You can test parking brake performance for all models fitted with an electronic parking brake (EPB), including four-wheel drive (4WD) variants, using brake rollers.

To test the electronic parking brake (EPB):

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the engine is running and the gearbox is in neutral.

3. Make sure no brake is applied.

4. Start both rollers and wait 3 seconds for test mode to be activated.

5. Apply the EPB until maximum brake force is achieved or the wheels lock. You can do this by either holding the EPB or applying it multiple times.

6. Release the parking brake and drive the vehicle out of the rollers.

All Vauxhall four-wheel drive models with a mechanical parking brake

You must test the service and parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

Volkswagen

Volkswagen Amarok manufactured from 2013 onwards

Canyon variants of the Amarok have 4 roof-mounted main beam headlamps. There are no main beams within the dipped beam headlamp units.

For the purpose of the test, either the inner or outer set of these main beams must be considered a matched pair. The ‘other’ pair are additional lamps and are not testable.

Therefore, if one of these 4 lamps is not working, the vehicle will pass as there will still be a ‘matched pair’. If 2 lamps are not working, they must still form a ‘matched pair’ to pass, meaning the outer pair or the inner pair.

All Volkswagen models fitted with an electronic parking brake

All Volkswagen models fitted with an electronic parking brake (EPB) can be roller brake tested following the usual procedure in the MOT inspection manual regardless of whether the vehicle:

• is two-wheel drive (2WD)
• is four-wheel drive (4WD)

You should apply the EPB incrementally. It can take up to 4 operations of the switch to achieve maximum efforts.

All Volkswagen four-wheel drive models with a mechanical parking brake

You must test the service and parking brake performance using a decelerometer.

Volvo

List of Volvo models

This table lists all the Volvo models with an electronic parking brake (EPB), including four-wheel drive (4WD) variants, that must be tested following this advice.

Model	Year range	VIN starts with
V60	2011 to 2018	YV1FW or YV1GW
V60	2019 onwards	YV1ZW
V60 CC	2016 to 2018	YV1FZ
V60 CC	2019 onwards	YV1ZZ
S60	2011 to 2018	YV1FS
S60	2019 onwards	7JRZS
S60CC	2016	YV1FH
S80	2007 to 2016	YV1AR or YV1AS
V70	2008-2016	YV1BW
XC70	2008-2016	YV1BZ
XC60	2009- 2017	YV1DZ
XC60	2018 onwards	YV1UZ
XC90	2016 onwards	YV1LF or YV1LE
XC40	2018 onwards	YV1XZ
S90	2017 onwards	LVYPS or YV1PS or YVYPS
V90	2017 onwards	YV1PW
V90 CC	2017 onwards	YV1PZ

To test the EPB:

1. Put the rear wheels in the brake rollers.

2. Make sure the engine is running and the gearbox is in neutral.

3. Make sure no brake is applied.

4. Start both rollers and wait 3 seconds.

5. Push or pull the parking brake activation switch and wait for the brake readings to stabilise.

6. Press or pull the parking brake activation switch up to a further 4 times or until the wheels lock.

7. Release the parking brake and drive the vehicle out of the rollers.

Vehicles with an all-wheel drive (AWD) system will be fitted with an ‘active on demand coupling’, which will tolerate the conditions of the test.