MOT Fail, towbar electrics?

Hi All

Am I right in thinking that there are new guidelines re mot if towbar electrics are not connected?

If so, where can I get back bumper brackets as my bumber is fixed to towbar. Either that or maybe just chop the ball off but seams extreme.....

72 late bay

Thanks

Ed

 

I thought it was only modern cars that have the towbar electrics tested?

My daily drive is an r reg passat and its never had the towbar electrics tested

 

yeah I think if you have the ability to tow, you need the electrics fitted, and they must work... I think.

it sounds like you have the same sort of tow bar as me, on mine the ball joint bit can be unbolted from underneath, not sure if its the same on yours.

 

its only the 13pin plugs that are tested, not the 7pin

 

WHS

 

Trailer/caravan electrical socket

There will be a basic security/damage check of 7-pin sockets,
13-pin sockets will be subject to a full electrical connectivity check and incorrectly connected or inoperative circuits will result in failure.
http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/car-servicing-repair/mot-changes-2012.html

 

yay for 7 pin plugs