Friday, 20 March 2015

Annual MoT test passed

Well that is a relief, the Mazda passed the MoT test this morning, no advisories. In my mind the first MoT since I purchased the car is always the one I am most nervous about as it will reveal any issues with/caused by previous owners which might be why they sold it.

Only comment from MoT tester man was that it needs new rear pads - something I knew about as service is now due and will be doing that with assistance of eldest son Andy (who is a BMW senior service technician). Items identified for attention:
* Oil & oil filter change
* Replace air filter
* Replace cabin air filter
* Replace rear brake pads
* Check coolant strength, top up as required
* Flush brake fluid
* Check everything else

As Andy has access to 2 post car lift there is nothing on the list that is scary and we should (hopefully) get it done in a couple of hours. I understand the only special tool required is the one to reset the rear brakes, which Andy has to retrieve from a loan to a friend. Looks like it will be on our Easter weekend 'To Do List' that includes building/assembling a new shed.

As they say, no rest for the wicked...

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