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I received a communication from the automotive dealer inquiring about my preference about the replacement of the front discs and pads. The technician had identified these components as exhibiting signs of wear and corrosion, and therefore marked them as an advise during the MOT evaluation.
The vehicle has accumulated a mileage of 18,000 kilometers. I respectfully refused their kind proposition to enhance my safety while driving.

It is common for discs that have been exposed to moisture and have been stationary to need vigorous use in order to restore their condition. There is no discernible presence of a prominent edge or any significant signs of deterioration.

Many MOT stations use this practice. You made the correct decision by personally inspecting them and then replacing them at your own convenience.

The observed grooves on these discs might perhaps be attributed to the interplay of light and shadow caused by the camera. Is there a perceptible sensation of grooves on the surface when one runs their fingers over it?

Furthermore, it is expected that any surface rust would have undergone complete disappearance prior to the vehicle being driven to the MOT station. The presence of visible rust on the car's discs after operation is an anomalous occurrence.

It is hypothesized that these discs are the authentic originals. It is anticipated that there would be a discernible wear limit inscribed in the vicinity of the center. If deemed necessary, it is advisable to conduct measurements in order to determine the proximity or distance between them.

I consistently assess the dimensions of my brake pads in order to determine when they should be replaced. This practice reminded me of an incident that occurred many years ago, during which I visited Kwik Twits for a tire repair. At that time, I saw that the tread depth of the tires had diminished to a mere 5.4 millimeters. This discrepancy in measurement led me to see the individuals at Kwik Twits as lacking competence.

In my perspective, the wear restriction serves the purpose of safeguarding against warping that may occur due to sustained severe braking. I am open to considering other viewpoints on this matter.

There is no perceptible grooving of the discs. The occurrence of minor rusting was seen subsequent to the washing and overnight exposure of the object.
It is plausible that the measurement of the lip may be around one millimeter.
It is evident that their actions are only an attempt to deceive or manipulate. I had anticipated that they would inquire about my preference for the replacement of the wiper blades, as they had done during the previous year's annual maintenance.

The Ministry of Transportation recommendation suggests that no action is required. The misting of shock absorbers was observed over a period of three years, with no issues reported in the fourth year. The vehicle underwent testing at the same Ministry of Transport (MoT) station and was assessed by the same examiner, who conducted the evaluation.

One of the factors influencing my preference for using our community's exclusive MOT facility is their limited scope of operations, which precludes them from engaging in repair or service activities, hence eliminating any incentive for upselling.

Have you thoroughly examined the other side of the disc(s)? The apertures primarily intended for aesthetic purposes are exhibiting indications of obstruction, with the presumption that the apertures located on the inner surface are more severely affected.

With that being said, the aspect you are presenting seems to be entirely functional.