Does a chip have to be in the drivers line of sight to fail? Cheers.
2006-06-22 20:43:42 · 15 answers · asked by rob 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Unless it is structurally unsafe the chip has to be in a box in front of the drivers line of sight - can't remember the dimensions (you can get that from an MOT prep site or a Haynes manual).
Doesn't sound like you should have any problem especially as it is so low.
It would be advisable to get it repaired though as they can crack ... mostly you get this done on a fully comp insurance without losing any no-claims.
2006-06-22 20:49:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a crack in my windscreen on the passenger side. Even though it was covered up by the tax disc it still failed and a new windscreen was required. It's not just impairing the drivers line of sight which is the failing factor here, but the fact that a crack can significantly weaken the windscreen and can be very dangerous.
2006-06-22 21:07:49 · answer #2 · answered by Sitting Still 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it will not fail the mot check. But I do suggest if it is of any size that you go to a windshield repair shop and have it fixed. They put something on it to prevent it from cracking any more and usually your insurance will pay for this and its guaranteed by the repair shop not to crack any further. Try the yellow pages for a place near you.
2006-06-23 01:19:03 · answer #3 · answered by white 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I don't think it would, I think it needs to be in the driver's line of sight as you said, but then again some mechanics are more picky than others so it probably depends where you get your MOT done.
2006-06-22 20:50:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the size of the chip, just call in a garage that does MOT's and ask, that wont cost you just for asking the question!
2006-06-22 20:50:01 · answer #5 · answered by budding author 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It wont fail th mot but the screen can fail at anytime as this can develope in to a crack call autoglass they will come to you and normally only charge £50
2006-06-23 02:24:02 · answer #6 · answered by gav552001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
only fail mot if in direct line of sight area.. should be fine as its down the bottom.. put some superglue into chip to stop it going bigger
2006-06-23 02:31:56 · answer #7 · answered by paulrb8 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes - But you can it repaired FOC if you are fully comprehensive insured. You are allowed one repair each year for a repair up to size of £1 coin. Check with insurance company for name of local windscreen repair specialists.
2006-06-22 22:28:00 · answer #8 · answered by jbdhereford 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes
2006-06-22 20:49:14 · answer #9 · answered by Jeff J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Throw some dirt on the spot to camouflage it. But you should know that it's pretty dangerous because it has weaken the integrity of the glass and it has higher likelihood of shattering when you drive
2006-06-22 20:50:48 · answer #10 · answered by prettymama 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋