Guy Lowe Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 I am in the process of fitting a new carbon dash and want to replace the standard rocker switches with toggle switches, however I am not sure about the legal/MOT issues of: A. Doing away with the brake fluid warning/test switch B. Using switches that do not illuminate when the sidelights are on. My car is on a Q plate and was first registered in 1995, can anyone advise me if either of the above would cause me a problem with getting an MOT? Thanks Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 A. Doing away with the brake fluid warning/test switch not a mot requirement so you can remove it B. Using switches that do not illuminate when the sidelights are on.also nothing to state your switches have to light up make sure you have a main beam light as you need this and indicator warning lights   Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted April 10, 2004 Author Share Posted April 10, 2004 Thanks Fred Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Mupferit Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Guy, Just slightly O/T, Aston Martin has our components for powder coating and they will be ready next week. You did want them 'Blushing Pink' didn't you 🤔 Brent  Zetec 209 Reassuringly Expensive  Edited by - BRENT CHISWICK on 10 Apr 2004 17:27:40 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted April 10, 2004 Author Share Posted April 10, 2004 Ha Ha so you have recovered from your cold and are back to normal again then Brent? Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemesis Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 hope you have a spare wheel carrier! Nemesis The number 1 Curmudgeon Click here to see Fat Arnie as you never have before!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted April 10, 2004 Author Share Posted April 10, 2004 Nemesis - I take it that question was directed at Brent? Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemesis Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 no you for your MOTÂ Nemesis The number 1 Curmudgeon Click here to see Fat Arnie as you never have before!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted April 10, 2004 Author Share Posted April 10, 2004 NO - spare wheel carrier went in dustbin last week Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenpeace Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Nemesis, Its the 10th, not the 1st of the month.  Looking after your environment - whether you like it or not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiF Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Guy, you will not have a problem. Just SVA that is the problem. Will reply to your e-mail soon. Richard in France Flying fast in my very bright yellow 226bhp Duratec 7, with internal kevlar/carbon panels and pushrod suspension 😬 😬 😬.for pictures of 7 and carbon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Day Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 I don't have an indicator warning light & haven't had any problems with the last few MOT's. It got removed & taped up under the dash when I wanted a "hole" for an oil pressure/temperature changeover switch.  Could always replace if I was asked I suppose 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irrelevant Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 You are meant to have a fog light 'on' light as well for an MOT. J351 TPE - Now with 12 months MOT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted April 10, 2004 Author Share Posted April 10, 2004 I think you have to have a (rear) fog light(s) on warning light, an indicator on warning light and a main beam on warning light. Adam, where did you get your MOT done? Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irrelevant Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Guy: My MOT was here: Phoenix Elite Cars Ltd The Carriage House, London Rd Hartley Wintney Hook Hampshire RG27 8HR  Tel: 01252 849999  Don't go anywhere else  J351 TPE - Now with 12 months MOT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frying Pan Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Guy Still have the boot cover if you're interested. If not, let me know and I'll post on 'For Sale' Cheers Guy See some pictures of the build here. First 1000 miles completed! ('3 Across, 10 down) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Mupferit Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Yep, fully recovered now thanks.  Just realised, the pink will clash terribly with Mango.  Brent  Zetec 209 Reassuringly Expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted April 10, 2004 Author Share Posted April 10, 2004 Adam Thanks, will use Phoenix Elite Cars. You have an MOT and I still haven't heard your car on the Frimley Road??? Guy Sorry, I did not hear from you so I bought a new one from Redline on Thursday. What colour is your car??? Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted April 10, 2004 Author Share Posted April 10, 2004 Who said it is going to be MANGO??? Guy  Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irrelevant Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Guy: You must have good double glazing then as it's been out - making loads of noise 😬 and leaving it's mark(black lines). J351 TPE - Now with 12 months MOT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Mupferit Posted April 11, 2004 Share Posted April 11, 2004 I thought you did.  Now come on Guy, how can you expect me to enjoy a little wind up if you go and change your colour scheme at the 11th hour. 😬 Are you going to the S of M on Wednesday 🤔 Aston might have your bits done by then with any luck. Brent  Zetec 209 Reassuringly Expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Lowe Posted April 11, 2004 Author Share Posted April 11, 2004 Sorry Brent, yes it will be MANGO. Should be at the S O M Wednesday, BTCC motors TV Now Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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