§ Mr. Greville Jannerasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will raise the pass figure for MOT test brake requirements to 70 per cent. to build in a reasonable time/safety factor.
§ Dr. GilbertI do not think that this would be practicable. The present requirement, that the braking system must produce a retarding force of half the weight of the vehicle, represents a satisfactory standard for use on the roads.
§ Mr. Greville Jannerasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will institute a physical examination of all brake pads and linings.
§ Dr. GilbertNo. This could not be done without dismantling the vehicle's braking system, and would add disproportionately to the cost of the MOT test.