Originally Posted by
zip439
A solution to the light and the MOT inspection would be removal of the offending instrument cluster light. If you have no codes the MOT inspector won't see a light and can't find a code; A solution for your situation, but the problem would still be there.
There have now been several post on the forum with warning light on, but no codes. Hopefully someone will find a fix soon. I'm, beginning to think the problem may actually be in the instrument cluster.
That's an idea - unfortunately the testing procedure in the UK requires that the lights be visible during the 'ignition on' phase before the vehicle has started. I suppose this is some kind of testing procedure which the vehicle goes through prior to starting the engine - and also eliminates the chance of a driver removing any diodes/bulbs from an instrument cluster prior to MOT testing. *Ah, the good old days - when you could stick a piece of tape over the dash light . :-)
*Disclaimer: I get the safety issues with certain vehicles and the reasons for dash warning lights. It's just really frustrating when you maintain a car well, it drives perfectly and passes all braking and emission tests, yet cannot be allowed on the road because nobody can diagnose why the lights are appearing.