Don't fail MOT because of faulty windscreens, drivers urged

Vehicles that fail their MOTs because of windscreen damage are likely to rise fourfold in number as a result of the recent harsh weather, it has been predicted.

Car and van insurance policyholders who fail to check their windscreens before their MOT could find their vehicle fails and requires a re-test, being off the road in the meantime.

Auto Windscreens has estimated the country's frost-damaged roads could cause a fourfold increase in such failures, with the freeze-thaw seen recently likely to cause an increase in the number of potholes in the roads.

The firm's sales and marketing director Nigel Davies commented that motorists are likely to be unhappy to hear their vehicle fails its MOT on a minor point after paying an average of £45 for the examination.

"Given the current road conditions the chances of windscreen damage is more likely. All too often people don't give their windscreen a second thought until it is too late," he said.

Mr Davies went on to urge drivers to check their windscreens for damage now to avoid the costly inconvenience of failing an MOT or driving with a faulty vehicle, which could increase the chance of having to make a van or car insurance claim.

Motorists were also recently advised by car brand Vauxhall to have their vehicles checked for faults during the coldest winter the UK has seen in more than 30 years to ensure they are safe to be on the roads.

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