A radical shakeup of the MoT test will leave motorists liable for massive repair bills to electronic systems from 1st January 2012.

The new rules required under EU law, will see electrical equipment like electric seat adjusters and factory fitted tyre pressure monitoring systems added to the annual test.

• Airbags
• Brake Fluid Warning Light
• Catalytic Converter
• Condition of Visible Wiring
• Battery Condition
• Electric Seat Adjustment Motor
• Engine Management Warning Light
• Electronic Parking Brake
• Electronic Stability Control
• HID Headlamps
• Power-Steering
• Seatbelt Pre-Tensioners
• Trailer/Caravan Electrical Sockets
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System