The MOT assessment is based on the condition of the vehicle on the actual day.
During the MoT test the nominated tester, a person authorised by the government body VOSA (Vehicle and Operator Services Agency) will conduct an inspection and a comprehensive series of checks around the vehicle, including the interior, exterior, under the bonnet and under the vehicle.
The Nominated Tester will separately list and inform you of any ‘advisory’ items that have passed, but will require attention in the future.
An individual part of the vehicle may be considered to be beyond its serviceable life when assessed against specifications, but still capable of passing the MOT test by a nominated Tester applying the test criteria.