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TheShaggyDA
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PostPosted: 00:32 - 07 Oct 2004    Post subject: MOT Changes for silencers? Reply with quote
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There has been a change in the MOT regs for exhausts from June 2004 , The new regs are simpler on paper but also open to more interpretation

All Systems The Exhaust system should be in good condition (no rust holes / complete and secure ) and be correctly fitted (ie: not blowing from the joints ) durable repairs are acceptable providing the exhaust is structually sound.

There should be no leaks which cause excessive noise

The next part I will quote direct from the testers manual

Section 7.1 reason for rejection 2

" A silencer that is in such a condition OR is of such a type that the noise emitted is clearly in excess of that which would be produced by a similar machine fitted with a standard silencer in average condition "

IF the EXHAUST is marked NOT FOR ROAD USE or TRACK USE ONLY or similar words it should fail an MOT


Looks like a silencer no longer has to be stamped with a BS/EU mark, just shouldn't be louder than a typical example, nor stamped "NOT FOR ROAD USE" or "TRACK USE ONLY".

Anyone confirm this?
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Big Pete
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PostPosted: 09:00 - 07 Oct 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote
I was told the same thing by my MOT tester last week. Thumbs Up
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jay12329
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PostPosted: 12:05 - 07 Oct 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote
Kev mentioned this a while ago, as long as its not stupidly loud or marked with not for road use you should pass an MOT. I would still recomend keeping hold of your original zorst, the rules have changed once and can change again!
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