What to check before the ITV? Prepare your Mercedes Benz and avoid surprises

The Technical Vehicle Inspection (ITV) is a periodic inspection that all cars must pass in order to circulate on Spanish roads. In this inspection different sections of the vehicle are tested and must be passed successfully to obtain a favorable result. It is for this reason that you should keep your car in good condition and anticipate to avoid possible surprises. Here you will find everything to check before the ITV in your Mercedes Benz.

Knowing how to prepare your car for the ITV is vital if you do not want to get an unfavorable result. The key is to maintain your Mercedes Benz correctly, avoiding possible breakdowns that may be detected by the inspectors during the inspection. If everything is in perfect condition, nothing will prevent you from passing the ITV and you can continue to circulate with total peace of mind and safety with your car.

How to prepare your car for the ITV

Passing the MOT inspection not only enables the vehicle to circulate on public roads. It also guarantees that it complies with minimum safety standards so that, in the event of a dangerous situation, the car reacts appropriately. Even so, it is important that you check your Mercedes Benz before the ITV, to anticipate any unforeseen event.

Although you can follow these steps to know what to check before the ITV in your car, remember that it is advisable that they are checked by qualified professionals. Our technicians working at Mercedes Benz Concesur dealerships will take care of tuning up your car.

Lights, brakes and suspension

The lights, brakes and suspension are three of the items that will be checked during the technical inspection. To prepare your car for the ITV, check that all the headlights work. Do not forget the turn signals, the reversing light and the fog lights. All of them will be tested. The brakes and suspension of your Mercedes Benz are other important points to take into account. Follow the indications of our technicians and replace those worn or broken components.

Tires, a key element for passing the ITV

With a visible tread, without irregular wear or apparent cracks. Tires are a key component to check before the MOT. It is an essential part of the vehicle, the only component that is in permanent contact with the road. It is for this reason that the ITV pays special attention to the condition of the tires, if they are of the approved size for your car and that they are in good general condition.

No visible damage to the exterior and interior

A good appearance will help you pass the MOT more easily. Remember that it is a reason for unfavorable inspection if you present deteriorated headlights, components such as bumpers that can be detached or visible cracks in the windows. In the interior of your car, the seat belts must work properly, while the handles must open and close the doors without major problems.

No light indicator lit on the panel

One reason why you may fail the ITV is that a warning light on your car's dashboard is on. The ABS, airbags or engine malfunction light is a justifiable reason to be rejected in the inspection. In addition, these lights indicate a breakdown or anomaly that must be repaired immediately.

It is advisable to go to your nearest Official Mercedes Benz Concesur Center and have our professionals solve any anomaly that can be detected, or that the vehicle itself indicates through the light indicators on the instrument panel.

Rigorous maintenance prevents future breakdowns

Any last minute unforeseen event can be avoided in advance if you carry out rigorous maintenance. Following the manufacturer's indications, our mechanics will replace those wearing parts and prevent other components in poor condition from causing a breakdown. Anticipation is vital to prepare your car for the MOT.

Free pre-ITV check-up in Grupo Concesur

The free pre-ITV check-up for your Mercedes that we offer to all our customers of Grupo Concesur is the best way to prepare your car for the ITV. This review will be performed by our specialized technicians and is designed to detect any anomalies before passing the technical inspection. Once the checks have been carried out, our workshop will recommend you to revise or replace those parts in which irregularities have been detected. These are all the points that are checked in the free pre-ITV check:

• Checking of the lighting system (headlights, turn signals, pilot lights and reversing lights).
• Quick test of the vehicle's electrical units to detect possible faults.
• Checking for leaks and levels (oil, brake fluid, antifreeze and windshield washer fluid).
• After lifting the vehicle, check for leaks, looseness and general condition of the car.
• Checking tire pressures and condition.
• Finally, in our workshops we have the necessary tools to evaluate the brakes and suspension of your Mercedes Benz.

Once you have passed the free pre-ITV review, your Mercedes is ready to pass the Technical Vehicle Inspection. In Grupo Concesur we offer an exclusive service in which we take your car to the ITV. You can request more information or book an appointment in our workshops through this link.