BMW MOT Protect is now included on all BMW models so, in the unlikely event that your BMW fails its first MOT test, replacement parts and labour are covered on a long list of key items from electrical and lighting equipment to steering and suspension. Any issues will be addressed promptly and completely free of charge so you can land your MOT certificate with the minimum of fuss.
What’s more, since January 1st 2013, BMW models registered with our Service Inclusive or Service Inclusive Plus packages now benefit from an extended MOT Protect cover level. This enhancement extends the same cover level of MOT Protect to both the 2nd and 3rd MOT also.
MOT Protect also applies to any vehicle with an active Service Inclusive pack.
Terms and conditions:
MOT Protect cover will rectify any technical issues described hereafter that cause the vehicle to fail its second and third MOT which will be due no later than 48 and 60 months from the date of first registration. MOT Protect is included within the Retailer Warranty for the first MOT at 48 months in Northern Ireland.
What is covered?
- Electrical and lighting equipment – all lamps, bulbs and reflectors, horn, windscreen wipers and washers (excluding impact damage).
- Brakes – all braking system components, but excluding adjustments or frictional material related to normal wear and tear.
- Steering and suspension – all steering and suspension components, including failure from wear and tear, but excluding adjustments.
- Seat belt and seat belt fitting – all seat belt components and mountings.
- Fuel system – fuel injection components and ECU replacement as a result of calibration failure to meet MOT test exhaust gas emission standards. Fuel leakage from the tank and pipes is covered except where failure relates to road accident or external impact damage.
- Vehicle structure – is covered for corrosion damage, but not where the failure relates to road accident damage, external impact damage or any previous repair.
What’s not covered?
- The cost of the MOT test or re-test.
- Road wheels and tyres.
- Windscreen.
- Routine adjustments or damage resulting from impact or accident.
- Repairs which are not completed within 30 days of the issue of an MOT inspection form failing the vehicle for its MOT test.
- Advisory items cited on an MOT inspection report passing the vehicle on its MOT test.
- Vehicles which are not serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements.
- Components which have been modified from the manufacturer’s specification.
- Any vehicle used for competitions, racing, pace making, or rallies.
- Any repair or replacement caused by any act or omission, which is wilful, unlawful or negligent.
- Faulty repair of any item.
The MOT repair work has to be carried out by a BMW Authorised Retailer /Workshop within 30 days of the MOT inspection failure.
The vehicle must have a complete service history according to Manufacturer’s criteria.