Originally Posted by Markb_s1
that's an interesting idea... although how do you explain retro Al having an alloy boot floor (that's removeable and leaves a massive hole) or that my turrets are chopped into the chassis rails? or that the rails on both our cars and the one above have been notched to allow an extra inch or two of suspension travel when running at really low ride heights?
i think it's just if it's corrosion that that rule comes in to play, not if it's a deliberate modification and safely/properly done...
I'm pretty sure that it also covers any deliberate modification. He may have a sympathetic MOT tester (if such a person exists!).
Here is a transcript of the MOT guide:
6.1 Vehicle Structure, Body Security and Condition
Body Security
This part of the examination applies to vehicles with separate bodies.
Method of inspection
2. Examine the following items for presence, security, fracture, distortion,
excessive wear or damage
a. all fixings (eg brackets) securing the body and its supporting members to the chassis
b. all fixings (eg brackets) securing the body to a sub-frame or supporting members, and all securing bolts, rivets or welds for all the above
fixings.
Reason for rejection
2.
a. Excessive displacement of the body relative to the chassis which might lead to loss of control of the vehicle when driven
b. insecurity of the body or its
supporting members to the chassis so that it is clear that there would be a danger to other road users.
3. Any deliberate modification, excessive corrosion, damage, cracks or inadequate repair of a load bearing body or chassis member which seriously affects its strength within 30 cm of the body mountings.