Kettering Motorcycles, Kettering Motorist Centre

First checks are to make sure all the lights are working and secure, check your brake light by holding your hand in front of the unit and work the pedals and levers.

There is a 20% failure rate on lights and bulbs so is one of the most common downfalls of a bike MOT.

Check the foot rests to make sure they aren't going anywhere also. If there is a pillion seat fitted to the bike, a second set of foot rests must be present and are tested in the same rules as the rider's. Check the frame for cracks and splits, poor welds and corrosion. Any downfalls in these areas are reasons for failure. Check the swinging arm for play, by pulling the arm forwards and backwards and again look for cracks and corrosion.