Cyclist Eye Health MOT
For Wherever Your Next Ride Takes You
A comprehensive assessment designed to give you a clear picture of your vision and eye health, combining advanced diagnostic testing with specialist clinical expertise.
FDA Approved
Advanced Technology
Your Eyes Are Working Harder Than You Think
Cycling is a visually demanding activity.
From reading the road ahead and navigating busy junctions to responding to changing light, movement and your surroundings, your eyes are continually processing information while you ride.
Recent research using eye-tracking technology has examined how cyclists distribute their visual attention and respond to their surroundings. A systematic review of 25 studies found that road design, traffic density and weather can influence cyclists’ gaze patterns, with intersections creating particularly significant visual workload. Researchers also highlighted peripheral vision as an important area for further study.
The Cyclist Eye Health MOT is designed to give you a comprehensive picture of your current vision and eye health, identify concerns that may require further investigation and provide personalised advice from our clinical team.
Because looking after your bike is only part of being ready for the road.
What’s Included in Your Cyclist Eye Health MOT?
Your assessment combines detailed vision testing and advanced diagnostic imaging with a clinical examination and consultation.
Vision & Functional Assessment
Vision testing (unaided and corrected) at distance, intermediate and near
This assesses how well you can see at distance, intermediate and near, both with and without glasses or contact lenses. It helps us understand your day-to-day visual performance and identify any changes or limitations that may affect activities such as driving, screen use or reading.
Full refraction
A full refraction determines the exact prescription required to optimise your vision. By carefully measuring how light focuses in your eyes, this test identifies short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism, and helps guide recommendations for vision correction or further investigation.
Visual field test (24-2 Humphrey)
This test maps your peripheral (side) vision and checks for any areas of reduced sensitivity. It is particularly important for detecting and monitoring conditions such as glaucoma, neurological disorders and retinal disease, even before symptoms are noticed.
Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
OPD-3 analysis
The OPD-3 provides a detailed assessment of how light travels through the eye, measuring optical quality, aberrations and visual performance. It helps identify subtle visual issues that may not be detected by standard eye tests and supports highly personalised treatment planning.
MS39 corneal scan with keratoconus screening and multiple image report
This advanced corneal scan creates a detailed map of the shape, thickness and curvature of the cornea. It includes dedicated screening for keratoconus and other corneal conditions, alongside a multiple image report to support accurate diagnosis and long-term eye health monitoring.
HD Analyzer
The HD Analyzer evaluates the quality of vision beyond standard visual acuity, measuring how light scatter and clarity are affected by the cornea and lens. It is particularly useful in detecting early lens changes, such as cataracts, and assessing overall visual quality.
IOLMaster
The IOLMaster provides highly precise measurements of the eye, including its length, curvature and anatomical structure. This information is essential for assessing eye health and planning treatments such as lens replacement or cataract surgery, ensuring accurate and personalised outcomes.
OCT scans of:
Macula – This scan provides high-resolution cross-sectional images of the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for detailed vision. It allows early detection and monitoring of conditions such as macular degeneration, swelling or retinal disease.
Optic nerve fibre layer – This scan measures the thickness of the optic nerve fibres, which are critical for transmitting visual information to the brain. It plays a key role in detecting and monitoring glaucoma and optic nerve damage, often before symptoms appear.
Ultra-widefield retinal imaging (Clarus / Optos)
This imaging captures a wide view of the retina, allowing examination of the central and peripheral retina in a single image. It helps identify retinal conditions such as tears, degeneration, diabetic changes or inflammation that may otherwise go unnoticed.
Eye Pressure & Structure
- Tonoref (intraocular pressure and pachymetry)
The Tonoref measures the pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure) and the thickness of the cornea (pachymetry). These measurements are essential for assessing the risk of glaucoma and ensuring eye pressure readings are interpreted accurately, supporting early detection and long-term eye health monitoring.
Clinical Examination
Dilated eye examination
During this examination, eye drops are used to gently dilate (widen) the pupils, allowing a thorough assessment of the retina, optic nerve and internal structures of the eye. This enables early detection of conditions such as retinal disease, optic nerve damage and other underlying eye health concerns that may not be visible during a routine examination.
Consultant ophthalmologist examination
A comprehensive examination performed by a consultant ophthalmologist, bringing together the results of all diagnostic tests. Your consultant will assess overall eye health, discuss findings in detail, provide a clear clinical report, and outline any recommendations or next steps tailored to your individual needs.
Your Personalised Eye Health Report
Following your assessment, you will receive a comprehensive Eye Health Report, structured in a clear, professional format.
- Each diagnostic test is included as an attachment
- Consultant findings and interpretation are clearly documented
- The final plan outlines recommendations, if any, and next steps
This report can be retained for your personal records or shared where required.
Cycling, Pollution & Your Eyes
What does your commute expose your eyes to?
An interesting new area of research is looking at how the environments cyclists travel through may affect the surface of the eye.
The recent BIKE-EYE pilot study followed 15 healthy urban cyclists over six months, using portable sensors to measure their exposure to fine particulate matter during bicycle commutes.
Researchers found that higher exposure to PM2.5 and PM10 was associated with increased conjunctival redness and signs of corneal and conjunctival epithelial damage. Airborne particles were also identified in tear samples from a small subset of participants.
The researchers concluded that the ocular surface may have potential as a non-invasive way of studying pollution exposure, although this was a small pilot study and further research is needed.
Why is this interesting for cyclists?
Your eyes are directly exposed to your environment when you ride. Wind, airborne particles and pollution are therefore interesting considerations for cyclists – particularly those regularly commuting through urban areas.
The Cyclist Eye Health MOT gives you an opportunity to discuss any symptoms or concerns with our clinical team and have the health of your eyes thoroughly assessed.
Who Is the Cyclist Eye Health MOT For?
You don’t need to be a professional cyclist.
The assessment may be particularly relevant if you:
- Cycle regularly for fitness or leisure
- Commute by bike
- Take part in sportives or competitive cycling
- Spend long periods cycling outdoors
- Experience dry, watery, gritty or irritated eyes when riding
- Have noticed changes in your vision
- Have a family history of eye conditions
- Wear prescription glasses or contact lenses when cycling
- Simply want a comprehensive understanding of your eye health
Consultant-Led Care You Can Trust
All Eye Health MOTs at Centre for Sight are led by experienced consultant ophthalmologists, supported by advanced diagnostic technology and decades of clinical expertise.
Centre for Sight has been delivering specialist eye care for over 30 years, with a strong focus on early detection, personalised assessment and clinical excellence.
Pricing
Cyclist Eye Health MOT: £695
This includes all diagnostic tests, consultant examination, and your detailed Eye Health Report.
Take the Stress Out of “What If”
The Cyclist Eye Health MOT gives you a detailed understanding of your vision and eye health, helping you learn more about how your eyes are performing and what you can do to look after them for the future.
Book your Cyclist Eye Health MOT today or speak with our team to find out whether this assessment is right for you.
FAQs
Thinking about booking your Cyclist Eye Health MOT? We have answered some of the most common questions below to help you know what to expect.
Why might cyclists benefit from an eye health assessment?
Cycling requires continuous visual attention as you respond to the road, other road users and changing surroundings. An eye health assessment can check your current vision while also looking for signs of eye conditions that may not yet be causing obvious symptoms.
Why do my eyes water when I cycle?
Wind and environmental exposure can irritate the surface of the eyes. Interestingly, watery eyes can sometimes occur alongside problems with the tear film, rather than simply indicating that the eyes are producing too many tears. Your assessment provides an opportunity to discuss symptoms such as watering, dryness or irritation.
Can pollution affect cyclists' eyes?
Emerging research suggests this is an area worth investigating. The small BIKE-EYE pilot study found associations between particulate pollution exposure during urban cycling and changes to the ocular surface. However, it involved only 15 participants, so larger studies are needed before firm conclusions can be drawn.
Should I still wear cycling glasses if I've had vision correction?
Vision correction and protective eyewear serve different purposes. Even if you no longer require prescription glasses for your vision, appropriate cycling eyewear can still provide protection from wind, UV and airborne debris.
Is the Cyclist Eye Health MOT only for people with problems with their vision?
No. The idea is to be proactive. You may have no noticeable problems with your eyesight and simply want a more detailed understanding of your eye health.