How Cold Weather Can Affect an MOT Test

Merton Auto Ltd10 Jul, 2026Travel

A vehicle battery faces stress in colder weather because cold engines need more power to start. Old or lower-capacity batteries can suffer from starting problems in winter and also cause electrical faults. Battery capacity is not a specific item in the MOT test, but a low capacity can cause electrical faults on the checked components. Regular car servicing in Croydon can prevent bigger problems from occurring by identifying ageing batteries and electrical faults early.