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Pass your MOT with emissions compliance

Your vehicle needs to meet certain emissions standards to remain road legal. Our expert team specialises in diagnosing and resolving emission failures to keep your vehicle compliant.

Diagnose then fix

The only way to permanently solve emission failures is to know what caused them. Thatā€™s why we use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to find the root of the issue and offer an effective solution.

Pass your emissions test

Every MOT includes an emissions test ā€“ and you need to pass it to keep your vehicle on the road. If youā€™ve failed, or worry you might, we can set things right with diesel particulate filter (DPF) cleaning, engine diagnostics and a range of other emissions services.

Advanced diagnostics

We have a motto at Bristol DPF Centre: ā€˜We Test, Not Guessā€™. Thatā€™s why our technicians use advanced diagnostic tools to precisely identify the root cause of emission failures. From exhaust gas analysis to sensor diagnostics, we evaluate every aspect of your vehicleā€™s emissions system to find the real problem.

Tailored solutions

Once weā€™ve identified the cause of your emission failure, we offer a personalised solution to fix it. Whether you need DPF cleaning, replacement components or engine repairs, you can trust our qualified technicians to restore your vehicleā€™s compliance and improve performance.

Emission failures FAQ

Emission failures can happen for many reasons, such as:

  • Malfunctioning oxygen sensors
  • A clogged diesel particulate filter (DPF)
  • Faulty catalytic converters
  • Engine misfires
  • High engine oil consumption

Book a vehicle diagnostics appointment with Bristol DPF Centre to identify the specific issue affecting your emission system.

Signs your vehicle might fail an emissions test include:

  • Warning lights on the dashboard (such as the check engine light)
  • Decreased fuel efficiency
  • Rough idling or engine performance
  • Visible smoke from the exhaust

If you suspect your vehicle might fail an emissions test, or itā€™s failed to pass an MOT for that reason, book a comprehensive diagnostics appointment with Bristol DPF Centre now.

Depending on what caused the emission failure, we might recommend:

  • DPF cleaning
  • Engine diagnostics
  • Repairs to emission control components
  • Sensor replacement
  • TerraClean carbon cleaning

Book a diagnostics appointment with our skilled technicians to find the most appropriate solution for your vehicle.

The time it takes to fix an emission failure issue depends on the specific problem and the extent of repairs required.

Simple issues like faulty sensors can be solved quickly. But more complex problems like engine misfires need more time for diagnostics and repairs.

Whatever problem is affecting your vehicle, our expert team will work efficiently to get you safely back on the road as quickly as possible.

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