Supplier of auto accessories and private labelling manufacturer, Simply Brands, is urging workshops and factors to encourage drivers to look at their wiper blades. As one of the busiest MOT seasons approaches, rules around wiper blades have been changed. As of 29 November 2024, the DVLA updated aspects of the MOT inspection manual with a new guide on windscreen wipers. “Section 3.4: windscreen wipers: Wipers must operate automatically when you switch them on. Wipers that do not continue to operate when switched on will fail for 3.4.(a) wiper not operating or missing.”
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