Is the MOT emissions too high with the new sensor?

Is the MOT emissions too high with the new sensor?

MOT failed lambda emissions too high even with new sensor! I’m currently having emissions problems with the MOT, it’s passing the actual emissions test fine however the lambda reading it still high. Today they fitted a new Bosch pre CAT lambda but it’s made no difference.

What to do if your car has an emissions problem?

Inspect for damaged hoses, lines, check valves and belt tension. Some air injection systems use a pump inlet filter that can be replaced, if necessary. Inspect the catalytic converter and connecting pipes. The converter does not require maintenance, but exhaust pipes and connectors leading to the converter should be checked for leaks.

What to do if Mot failed Lambda emissions too high?

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What happens if your car fails an emissions test?

Fact Sheet: If Your Car Just Failed An Emissions Test… You May Be Entitled To Free Repairs (PDF) (8 pp, 24 K, EPA420-F-95-014, December 1995) This document is the finalized version of the July 2001 draft.

What are the three parts of the smog inspection?

The overall smog inspection consists of three parts…the emissions test, which measures the smog coming out of the tailpipe; the visual inspection, to look for broken or modified parts; and the functional tests, where other systems are checked to see if they are working properly. The OBD II test is a functional test.

What kind of emissions test do I Need?

These checks verify that your vehicle is not putting harmful vapors into the air. Most states now use an OBD-II test to confirm your vehicle is not violating standards required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

When do new EPA emissions regulations come out?

Note: EPA is currently reviewing one set of comments received on this document that were inadvertently overlooked. We anticipate incorporating any new changes in the Fall of 2002.

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