plastic rear window ka street 03

[paulsharman]

hi guys and girls I need a bit of advice please.. my wife's

has a ford ka street convertible 03 plate its due a MOT in the next few days I know we need new tyres so im prepared for that but some little shit has slashed her back see through thingie sorry not to sure what the name is anyway we have been having problems with the key not locking the car all the time by remote so she comes from work last night and said we was told that if we slam the roof down hard that sometimes sorts the problem sewe both go out and try it that's when we noticed the cuts in the rear see though thingie lol.... the MOT is Wednesday now shes panicking that it wont go through a MOT like it ive stuck tape on it for the time being but does anyone know is it a MOT fail if it has a slash in it ??

thanks for reading

thank you.

[Johnboy007]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

I imagine what you are referring to is the see through rear panel, fitted to the material on the top half of the car.
The one that allows the driver to see what is behind him in the rear view mirror.
If it is, then it is not included in the MOT.
Here is a list of all things that are............

These components are inspected:

• body / vehicle structure / general items: free from excessive corrosion or damage in specific areas. No sharp edges likely to cause injury.
• towbars for security / condition / inappropriate repairs or modification: correct operation of 13 pin electrical socket. Speedometer condition and operation. Engine mountings.
• fuel system: no leaks. Security and condition of pipes / hoses. Fuel cap fastens and seals securely. Note: the fuel cap will need to be opened. Make sure the key is available.
• exhaust emissions: vehicle meets the requirements for exhaust emissions, dependent on the age and fuel type of the vehicle.
• exhaust system: secure. Complete. Catalyst missing where one was fitted as standard. Without serious leaks and is not too noisy.
• seat belts: all the seat belts fitted are checked for type, condition, operation and security. All mandatory seat belts must be in place.
• check of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) for air bags and seat belt pre tensioners and load limiters.
• seats: Drivers seat for adjustment. All seats for security and seat backs can be secured in the upright position.
• doors: Latch securely in closed position. Front doors should open from inside and outside the vehicle. Rear doors should open from outside the vehicle. Hinges and catches for security and condition.
• mirrors: minimum number required, condition and security. Indirect vision devices.
• load security: boot or tailgate can be secured in the closed position.
• brakes: condition including inappropriate repairs or modifications, operation and performance (efficiency test). Note the removal of the road wheels and trims are not part of the test. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) where fitted. Check of the dashboard Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) for ABS, ESC, electronic park brake and brake fluid warning.
• tyres and wheels: condition, security, tyre size/type and tread depth. Spare wheels and tyres are not inspected. Note: vehicles first used on or after 1 January 2012 - check of the MIL for Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
• registration plates: condition, security, colour, characters correctly formed and spaced.
• lights: condition, operation including High Intensity Discharge (HID) and Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps for cleaning, self leveling and security. Headlamp aim. Main beam warning light.
• bonnet: securely latches in the closed position.
• wipers/washers: operate to give the driver a clear view ahead.
• windscreen: condition and driver’s view of the road.
• horn: correct operation and of suitable type.
• Steering and suspension: condition, steering oil level, operation, a check for inappropriate repairs or modification including corrosion to power steering pipes or hoses. Operation of steering lock mechanism. Check of the MIL for electronic power steering and steering lock.
• vehicle identification number: present on vehicles first used on or after 1 August 1980. A single VIN is displayed except on multistage build vehicles. (eg van conversion, BMW/Alpina etc)
• electrical: visible electrical wiring and battery.

An MOT certificate confirms that at the time of the test, without dismantling, the vehicle met the minimum acceptable road safety and environmental standards required by law. It does not mean that the vehicle is roadworthy for the life of the certificate. The test does not cover the condition of the engine, clutch or gearbox.



Hope this answers your question.

[paulsharman]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

I imagine what you are referring to is the see through rear panel, fitted to the material on the top half of the car.
The one that allows the driver to see what is behind him in the rear view mirror.
If it is, then it is not included in the MOT.
Here is a list of all things that are............

These components are inspected:

• body / vehicle structure / general items: free from excessive corrosion or damage in specific areas. No sharp edges likely to cause injury.
• towbars for security / condition / inappropriate repairs or modification: correct operation of 13 pin electrical socket. Speedometer condition and operation. Engine mountings.
• fuel system: no leaks. Security and condition of pipes / hoses. Fuel cap fastens and seals securely. Note: the fuel cap will need to be opened. Make sure the key is available.
• exhaust emissions: vehicle meets the requirements for exhaust emissions, dependent on the age and fuel type of the vehicle.
• exhaust system: secure. Complete. Catalyst missing where one was fitted as standard. Without serious leaks and is not too noisy.
• seat belts: all the seat belts fitted are checked for type, condition, operation and security. All mandatory seat belts must be in place.
• check of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) for air bags and seat belt pre tensioners and load limiters.
• seats: Drivers seat for adjustment. All seats for security and seat backs can be secured in the upright position.
• doors: Latch securely in closed position. Front doors should open from inside and outside the vehicle. Rear doors should open from outside the vehicle. Hinges and catches for security and condition.
• mirrors: minimum number required, condition and security. Indirect vision devices.
• load security: boot or tailgate can be secured in the closed position.
• brakes: condition including inappropriate repairs or modifications, operation and performance (efficiency test). Note the removal of the road wheels and trims are not part of the test. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) where fitted. Check of the dashboard Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) for ABS, ESC, electronic park brake and brake fluid warning.
• tyres and wheels: condition, security, tyre size/type and tread depth. Spare wheels and tyres are not inspected. Note: vehicles first used on or after 1 January 2012 - check of the MIL for Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
• registration plates: condition, security, colour, characters correctly formed and spaced.
• lights: condition, operation including High Intensity Discharge (HID) and Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps for cleaning, self leveling and security. Headlamp aim. Main beam warning light.
• bonnet: securely latches in the closed position.
• wipers/washers: operate to give the driver a clear view ahead.
• windscreen: condition and driver’s view of the road.
• horn: correct operation and of suitable type.
• Steering and suspension: condition, steering oil level, operation, a check for inappropriate repairs or modification including corrosion to power steering pipes or hoses. Operation of steering lock mechanism. Check of the MIL for electronic power steering and steering lock.
• vehicle identification number: present on vehicles first used on or after 1 August 1980. A single VIN is displayed except on multistage build vehicles. (eg van conversion, BMW/Alpina etc)
• electrical: visible electrical wiring and battery.

An MOT certificate confirms that at the time of the test, without dismantling, the vehicle met the minimum acceptable road safety and environmental standards required by law. It does not mean that the vehicle is roadworthy for the life of the certificate. The test does not cover the condition of the engine, clutch or gearbox.



Hope this answers your question.

thank you I think she's calmed down now
thank you very much for your answer I'm now going to check everything and show her as we'll so she can now keep an eye on the car once again thank you.

[Johnboy007]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

You are more than welcome
Just make sure that your side mirrors if fitted are working OK...

[paulsharman]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

checked and working thanks

[paulsharman]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

silly question oil on the engine slight oil leak would it fail ?

[des8]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

No, it just leaves oil on the floor.
The Yanks used to refer to the habit of British cars to leak oil as BARS (British Anti Rust System) as it coated the underside of cars with oil

[paulsharman]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

Let love that answer lol

[Johnboy007]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

As Des states, The test does not cover the condition of the engine, clutch or gearbox.

[paulsharman]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

Anyway guy's name girls my wife's car passed the mot with flying colours we did all the checks like in the first answer on this post and all went well.

Just want to say a big thank you to you all for all your comments and advice.

[Johnboy007]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

Hi Paul,
Great news mate....
Glad the wife is happy, and we are only too pleased to be able to help.
Thanks for letting us know the end result.
Best wishes........

[paulsharman]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

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[Johnboy007]

Re: plastic rear window ka street 03

Cheers mate...