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Phildooney · 06-26-2008, 11:55 AM

Hope you guys spare a thought for me tomorrow because its time to take my 66 to the dreaded UK annual vehicle exam. This test can be quite stiff for an old truck to get through. Hope the examiner has a soft spot for old American trucks! Phil.

kdrodworks316 · 06-26-2008, 12:02 PM

good luck man

jchav62 · 06-26-2008, 12:04 PM

Good luck!

**scotts62** · 06-26-2008, 12:14 PM

Ya hope it all goes well for you!

Tim64 · 06-26-2008, 12:41 PM

Maybe you could bring the examiner some cold beer, or a good bottle of Scotch. Just an idea
Good Luck!

62 short step · 06-26-2008, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim64

Maybe you could bring the examiner some cold beer, or a good bottle of Scotch. Just an idea
Good Luck!

I agree!! Good luck.

283 Man · 06-26-2008, 02:18 PM

go luck man hope it goes ok for you..

Phildooney · 06-26-2008, 02:24 PM

Thanks guys, I'll keep you posted.

joe231 · 06-26-2008, 03:03 PM

yeah man, good luck and let us know the outcome

greg64 · 06-26-2008, 08:02 PM

Good luck! I know I hate taking my old rig through the local test here. Drives me bananas every year....

72BlckButy · 06-26-2008, 08:22 PM

Hope it goes well!

Out of curiousity.... does the UK have a "historic" plate available? Missouri offers a historic plate to any vehicle that is 25+ years old, and it only has a $25 one time fee. After that you don't have to have your vehicle inspected. Now it does come with a few draw backs.... 1,000 miles or less each year, you have to keep a log for those miles, but all car show/maintenance miles don't count toward the 1,000.

tcb-1 · 06-26-2008, 08:29 PM

I'll say a few Hail Marys for you!

Dinos63 · 06-26-2008, 09:03 PM

do you have any stripper friends that can go with ya ?

good luck

Frizzle Fry · 06-26-2008, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Dinos63

do you have any stripper friends that can go with ya ?

good luck

that trick got me out of more than one ticket in the Phoenix area

Good luck man!

Alan's Classic · 06-26-2008, 11:40 PM

May the force be with you!!

Chevyman680063 · 06-27-2008, 01:43 AM

Tell him you'll give him a ride in it if he passes you.

Phildooney · 06-27-2008, 08:51 AM

I love this advice. I,m sure most of these tricks could help swing the decision my way. In the UK every vehicle over 3 years old must pass this test (the M.O.T. test). The test is age related so a 66 truck wouldn't be expected to pass the same test as a 2004 truck. But all the basic safety items ie, steering, brakes, tyres , lighting, suspension and vehicle structure have to meet the standard. There is no historic plate system over here. It does help to have it tested by someone with a little common sense though. Someone with a soft spot for old vehicles ( normally and older mechanic with poor eye sight!!). The last person you want is the 'Hitler' type, fresh out of training.
You need this MOT certificate to get insurance and road tax. Phil.

Phildooney · 06-27-2008, 12:42 PM

Well just got back from the test. A 1st time PASS. The tester was really interested in the truck and I kept him talking the whole time. He said the front suspension upper and lower ball joints were showing some wear, and he advised me to renew them at some stage. Other than that he was happy. I was more than happy, so now the truck can keep going for another year. Cheers everybody, Phil.

Frizzle Fry · 06-27-2008, 01:18 PM

Congrats!

joe231 · 06-27-2008, 02:46 PM

Congratulation
sounds like a pretty through exam, did he don the rubber gloves and stick a finger up the tail pipe?

Tim64 · 06-27-2008, 03:34 PM

Hey that's great. Congrats!

steverino66 · 06-27-2008, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phildooney

Hope you guys spare a thought for me tomorrow because its time to take my 66 to the dreaded UK annual vehicle exam. This test can be quite stiff for an old truck to get through. Hope the examiner has a soft spot for old American trucks! Phil.

Phil-
Hope it works out for you. Your story brings back bad memories of dealing with California emissions requirements years ago. Good luck.

jonathan-m · 06-27-2008, 05:24 PM

I shudder to think of how much it costs to drive a 66 around in Europe!
glad you passed the test, its a beautiful truck you've got.

Jon

Iron-Butt · 06-27-2008, 06:10 PM

Congrats to you and your truck.

greg64 · 06-28-2008, 12:46 AM

Glad to hear you made it, Phil. Must have been a relief.

06-26-2008, 11:55 AM	#1
Phildooney Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: South Coast of England Posts: 119	Prayers for me tomorrow. Hope you guys spare a thought for me tomorrow because its time to take my 66 to the dreaded UK annual vehicle exam. This test can be quite stiff for an old truck to get through. Hope the examiner has a soft spot for old American trucks! Phil.

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Tim64 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Vandalia, Ohio Posts: 396	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. Maybe you could bring the examiner some cold beer, or a good bottle of Scotch. Just an idea Good Luck!

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283 Man Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Jane,Missouri Posts: 844	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. go luck man hope it goes ok for you..

06-26-2008, 02:24 PM	#8
Phildooney Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: South Coast of England Posts: 119	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. Thanks guys, I'll keep you posted.

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72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. Hope it goes well! Out of curiousity.... does the UK have a "historic" plate available? Missouri offers a historic plate to any vehicle that is 25+ years old, and it only has a $25 one time fee. After that you don't have to have your vehicle inspected. Now it does come with a few draw backs.... 1,000 miles or less each year, you have to keep a log for those miles, but all car show/maintenance miles don't count toward the 1,000. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

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06-27-2008, 08:51 AM	#17
Phildooney Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: South Coast of England Posts: 119	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. I love this advice. I,m sure most of these tricks could help swing the decision my way. In the UK every vehicle over 3 years old must pass this test (the M.O.T. test). The test is age related so a 66 truck wouldn't be expected to pass the same test as a 2004 truck. But all the basic safety items ie, steering, brakes, tyres , lighting, suspension and vehicle structure have to meet the standard. There is no historic plate system over here. It does help to have it tested by someone with a little common sense though. Someone with a soft spot for old vehicles ( normally and older mechanic with poor eye sight!!). The last person you want is the 'Hitler' type, fresh out of training. You need this MOT certificate to get insurance and road tax. Phil.



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06-27-2008, 12:42 PM	#18
Phildooney Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: South Coast of England Posts: 119	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. Your prayers answered. Well just got back from the test. A 1st time PASS. The tester was really interested in the truck and I kept him talking the whole time. He said the front suspension upper and lower ball joints were showing some wear, and he advised me to renew them at some stage. Other than that he was happy. I was more than happy, so now the truck can keep going for another year. Cheers everybody, Phil. Attached Images

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Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. Congrats!

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joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. Congratulation sounds like a pretty through exam, did he don the rubber gloves and stick a finger up the tail pipe? __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

06-27-2008, 03:34 PM	#21
Tim64 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Vandalia, Ohio Posts: 396	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. Hey that's great. Congrats!

06-27-2008, 05:24 PM	#23
jonathan-m Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Phoenix Az Posts: 432	Re: Prayers for me tomorrow. I shudder to think of how much it costs to drive a 66 around in Europe! glad you passed the test, its a beautiful truck you've got. Jon

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