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HGV Brake Testing

HGV Brake Testing

Brake Testing is a service that safely measures the vehicle's braking system while stationary, using an automated weighing system that accurately calculates the braking efficiency.

This method of testing allows our engineers to assess the braking force for each wheel and any imbalances across the axles, as well as the testing of emergency brakes and parking brakes without the risk of accidents due to faults.

Truck and trailer brakes must be checked every 6 weeks, this also includes the annual test!

Recently, with increased stress on the HGV Industry, DVSA enforcement officers are finding that the testing of brake performance is either not carried out as often as it should be, or carried out to a low standard, making the condition of the brakes worryingly unreliable.

Following your Brake testing, you will receive a full DVSA-compliant brake test print-out for your records, to prove that our Fully Compliant engineers have performed the inspection up to industry standard.

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FAQ

It is normally expected that a vehicle should complete at least three successful brake efficiency tests spread throughout the year in addition to the annual MOT test.

When loading a vehicle for brake test our engineers will ensure to:

  • Place loads close to the rear axles.
  • Aim to apply at least 65% - and not less than 50% - of the design axle weight to each axle.
  • If possible, use similar loads to add weight to the vehicle: this will help in placing the loads correctly and achieve consistency between tests.

Front Wheel Lock Allowance ( FWA ) takes into account the weight transfer to the front axle(s) that occurs when the vehicle is on the road. More Info

The brake tester consists of weighing cells on each side of the unit with a safety roller that detects whether a vehicle is present in the tester - this will also monitor any tyre slippage. ... The vehicle's brakes are then applied by the operator, thus creating a force on the motor. Good Information