we use fuel fillers at work that dont have alock and key
however, they need a special tool to open them, similar to locking wheel nut key..
so a passer by couldnt open it..
is this enough?
Would have thought so - let me check the manual...
Nope they don't have to lock - as long as you have one on, it is secure and dont leak fuel you should be alright. Though for peace of mind
I'd want a lockable one - similar to the one you describe.
HTH
[Edited on 24-6-05 by Hellfire]
Errr maybe I'm missing the point here...
Fuel caps need to locking in some way. either directly or behind a locking flap as in most modern cars. This is a basic MOT fail so must be an SVA
fail ?
No lock on mine and went through the SVA with no problem. Mine was from Europaspares, not sure this link will work but here goes...
https://secure.visav.co.uk/avshop/products.asp?sword=fuel%20cap&page=&showitem=1762
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First column is pass criteria
Second column is fail criteria.
Fuel caps do not need to lock for an SVA or for MOT test , they need to be secure and seal properly thats all.
If that is true....how come several people have failed for not having a locking filler cap? Some have even failed due to having a non locking cap inside a locking boot IIRC.
where is the flap rule then??
that you cant put leaded hose in unleaded car..
?? the reduction??
Tks
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Originally posted by flak monkey
If that is true....how come several people have failed for not having a locking filler cap? Some have even failed due to having a non locking cap inside a locking boot IIRC.
I guess it could be interpreted in many ways and who wants to upset him afterall? but i ask where states the book that rule??
Tks