It may be possible on motorcycle derived systems for the brake lever to touch the handlebar. Checks on vehicles with power-assisted braking systems should be carried out with the engine off. It is not a defect if the design pattern of the brake pedal rubber is worn smooth.Ī vehicle should only be failed for insufficient reserve if the pedal or lever is touching the floor/handlebar. Often a vehicle is fitted with an aftermarket brake pedal rubber. However, you should not reject a brake pedal if the vehicle has been manufactured with one that does not have grooves or anti-slip material. You should reject a brake pedal if its grooves or raised grip sections are worn smooth. However, some vehicles may have been manufactured with a brake pedal which did not incorporate grooves or the fitting of an anti-slip material and these should not be rejected. Service brake pedal or hand lever condition and travelĪ brake pedal rubber is an anti-slip material and is therefore not regarded as a defect if it’s worn smooth.Ī brake pedal without a rubber usually has grooves or raised sections to provide grip in wet conditions and should be rejected if it’s worn smooth. Service brake pedal or hand lever pivot Defectġ.1.2. Additional braking device (retarder), if fittedġ.1.1.

Brake actuators - including spring brakes, hydraulic cylinders and callipers

Brake servo units and master cylinder (hydraulic systems) Service brake pedal or hand lever condition and travel

Corona crack 1.7