The second system is designed to allow 12 volt lights and accessories to be run from a battery in your caravan and finally the third system is designed to allow you to plug in to a 240 volt socket on a caravan site and allow the use of the same equipment you would normally just plug in to a socket at home.

Why have twin electrics on a tow bar?

Twin electrics (the second socket is a 12S socket) provides you with two 7 pin sockets at the rear of your vehicle. This allows you to tow any trailer or caravan as your entire road legal lighting (including reversing lights) are provided.

What is the difference between single and twin electrics on a tow bar?

Single – With single electrics, your car is wired so that it will only power the lights of your caravan. Twin – Twin electrics use two 7 pin sockets, and wire your car to power the towed vehicle/caravan road lights, reverse lights, and any interior electrics in the caravan such as the fridge and leisure battery.

Are engine mounts an MOT failure?

You must inspect engine mountings for all vehicles except for Class 3 vehicles. The inspection includes mountings bolted to the gearbox that give essential support for the engine. Body corrosion close to an engine mounting should only be rejected if its so severe that it results in excessive movement.

Do engine mounts get checked on MOT?

A general inspection of the body, chassis, engine mountings, seats, bonnet, boot and doors will be carried out as part of your MOT checks. All components must be free from excessive corrosion and must not have any sharp edges that might cause injury.

Do they check engine mount on MOT?

Engine mountings. You must inspect engine mountings for all vehicles except for Class 3 vehicles. The inspection includes mountings bolted to the gearbox that give essential support for the engine. Body corrosion close to an engine mounting should only be rejected if its so severe that it results in excessive movement