Class 4 MOT Notes Headroom in entrance / exit and bay to be 2400mm minimum. (Except above lift - see note 2) doorway width 2400mm minimum.

Headroom over a lift of at least 3800mm measured from the platform surfaces when fully lowered. The headroom should be extending rearwards 5000mm starting from 500mm beyond the non drive on end of the lift and at least 1500mm on each side of the lift longitudinal centre line at a height of 3800mm.

A clearly identified viewing area to be allocated where the test can be clearly and comfortably observed.

At least 2 clearly identified MOT parking bays to be provided not less that 4500mm by 2500mm.

Area to be level and true.

Headlamp test standing area to be 2100mm wide and 3600mm long and level to within +/- 6mm in any 3000mm. Where tester is in front of lift, lift platforms must be level to above specifications. Tester rails to be certified parallel to +/- 2mm of standing area plane and many be recessed in to floor. A clear durable headlamp datum line to be marked.

A minimum clearance of 500mm between any part of the lift and adjacent wall must be provided.

1000mm high rimovable barrier rails may be required where distraction or disruption to the test is likely by non MOT activities.

Vehicles must be substantially level while being tested (gradient not more tha 5%).

Before altering buildings or installing equipment, contact the local Vehicle Inspectorate Office to ensure all proposals are acceptable.