Tape Over Abs Light For Mot

[Answerprancer]

If I put black tape over the ABS light which is showing on my dashboard, does the MOT tester *have* to pass it (because he can't see the light and is not allowed to remove stuff)?

Just a straight answer please, no opinions/lectures.

Thanks.

[ummmm]

If it's an MOT requirement and it can't be checked then I assume they can fail it because the recommended MOT couldn't be carried out sufficiently.

[EDDIE51]

A piece of tape obscuring a warning light would in itself be a cause to fail a car. It would count the same as something covering a headlight or indicator for example.

[1ozzy]

Depends how "dodgy" the MOT inspector is.
Removing the bulb wouldn't help as it should light up when the ignition is on then extinguish when the motor is running.

[TWR]

Fail

[TWR]

Just an enquiry Answer! why don't you get the problem sorted? It may be cheaper than you think

[1ozzy]

And it may save your or someones life!

[Sycamore3House]

The 'B' of ABS stands for brakes. I would imagine that in every car users mind that it would be vital that the brakes worked correctly.

[Answerprancer]

Thanks sycamore but that isn't an answer to the question.
I *did* request "no opinions/lectures" ...some people just can't resist.

Bottom line: it is now fixed - the garage saw the fault and sorted it out, so the holier than thou may now relax.

[mjwman]

Ha! You knew it was wrong but you still asked....I despair.

[philkool]

take the bulb out :) the tester wont know your car has ABS