Hi all

Have a split rear shock absorber cover on Octy. From what I've seen or read shouldn't fail UK MOT/Irish NCT.?

Was wondering is it necessary to replace it and associated costs. Also, does it still offer some protection while still on the shock, even when spilt? Any advice appreciated, thanks very much.

Normally it's because the bump stop has split and the cover drops down..

My near side cover dropped down when the alloy top plate corroded. To keep it in position, I used hot melt glue - worked for about a year. Had to repeat this for the MOT this year and also keep the crap of the shocker shaft. Noticed the bump stop looked like it had seen better days so may need new rear shocks soon. That said they are over 7 years old and have done 107k miles.

Reckon taping it up with gaffer/duck tape will keep it in place. MOT only requires them not to be leaking and working properly.

Cheers,

Andrew

thanks for advice folks...appreciate it