Hartlepool Borough Council
Civic Centre Access Restrictions

VISITORS to Hartlepool Civic Centre and the adjoining Law Courts are advised that essential repair work is ongoing at the front entrance to the building. Access is restricted during these works

Civic Centre Access Restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I claim an MoT Re-Test free of charge?

Answer:

VOSA stipulates that there are only two sets of re-Test circumstances where the price for a re-Test is zero - that is 'Free'.

 • If the vehicle has failed the MoT and is left at the Testing Station for repair and re-tests and does not leave the Testing Station, then the re-Test is free.

• If the vehicle fails because of one or more items on the list of specific items below, provided the vehicle is returned for re-Test by the end of the next working day, then no fee applies.

No fee will be charged for a retest if your vehicle is repaired and returned for a retest before the end of the next working day if the failure is for one of the following:

• ABS warning light

• Boot lid

• Brake pedal anti-slip device

• Direction indicators

• Hazard lights

• Doors

• Drop-sides

• Loading door

• Mirrors

• Rear reflectors

• Registration plates

• Seat belts (not anchorages)

• Seats

• Sharp edges of projections

• Steering wheel

• Tailboard

• Tailgate

• VIN number

• Horn

• Headlamp aim

• Lamps

• Exhaust emissions

• Fuel filler cap

• Windscreens

• Windscreen washer and wipers

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