The MOT station 30 What to stock for MOT season As we reach a peak time for MOTs OSRAM and Ring tell Aftermarket what products MOT stations can keep on hand to ensure simple failures can be turned into passes, leaving customers happy and driving revenue opportunities. Both Ring and OSRAM are encouraging technicians to stock up on common items vehicles commonly fail on, such as bulbs and wiper blades, but also to consider other vital components that are often needed but often forgotten and may cause repair delays. Bulbs According to Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) data, in 2024, lights were the fourth most common reason for a vehicle failing its MOT. Therefore, keeping a range of bulbs on site is a proactive way to assist customers with their MOTs Ring’s range of more than 900 bulb types covers approximately 99% of the vehicle car parc, meaning there is a bulb for almost every application on a car, motorbike or truck. The company’s ‘Brighter’ range puts more light on the road for the driver, while its ‘Whiter’ bulbs give a high-spec look to match the white light emitted by LED daytime running bulbs. Having a Ring BU175 bulb wall stand ensures a garage has the fastestmoving references for all areas of the vehicle, resulting in a one-stop shop for all bulb needs. OSRAM’s HID range of bulbs includes the Xenarc Night Breaker 220, its brightest, road-legal HID upgrade; the Xenarc Cool Blue Intense, providing a cool white light; the Xenarc Ultra Life, which the company says lasts up to four times longer than a standard halogen; and the Xenarc Original, which is the same as fitted by vehicle manufacturers worldwide, offering reliable OE quality. OSRAM’s halogen range offers a similar spread of products, giving your customers a range of options. If a bulb needs replacing, simply ask the customer: “Would you like brighter or whiter lights?” This could lead to an upgrade sale that makes more profit for the garage, with no more work required to install. Blades Ineffective wiper blades are another potential MOT issue that can be quickly remedied if there is a supply of wiper blades handy in a workshop. OSRAM’s BETTER SIGHT WIPERblade range covers the majority of the car parc, making it a convenient, premium-quality range to keep in stock. The range comes in single packs and is split into two ranges: multi-fit beam blades, with an aerodynamic spoiler and a high carbon steel inlay to create a solid connection between the blade and windscreen, and conventional blades, with a vented design to increase downforce and weather-resistant stainless-steel construction. General consumables Consumables such as hose clips, fasteners, fuses and more could be required if a vehicle fails its MOT. For instance, number plates not being secured is an MOT failure. However, Ring’s Core Consumable range, which includes a pack of 200 self-tapping screws with assorted flip-top cap colours, will provide a solution and extra revenue. The Core Consumables range features more than 100 references, including fuses, terminals, cables, connectors, and more – all available in bulk packs of 10, 50, 100 or 200. This approach helps businesses reduce order frequency, cut costs and streamline their operations. www.osram.co.uk www.ringautomotive.com/automotiveproducts
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