Technical Rear brake imbalance

[Grimmers]

Help! Failed MOT on rear brake imbalance - on '98 2.0 EL. Rear brakes are drum only. I've checked the drums, shoes and cylinders. One side of one cylinder was a little lazy, but operational. Has anyone else had this?

 

[dave]

my mot man said rear brake imbalance isn't a reason to fail any more

http://www.transportoffice.gov.uk/c...nualsandguides/mottestingmanualsandguides.htm

 

[Grimmers]

Thanks for the info. Seems to be detailed in section 3.8. Wheel lock-up can contribute to the results, but I've got to trust Mr MOT for that.

 

[Grimmers]

Finally sorted this just by stripping down both sides, cleaning then re-assembling and putting the brake cylinders through the motions. Thanks.