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DVSA begins national rollout of MOT vehicle photos to tackle fraud
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is taking another significant step in its fight against MOT fraud, with the national rollout of its ‘Photos at Test’ feature beginning on 3 August 2026. Following two successful pilot schemes, the DVSA will enable an additional 2,500 MOT garages to upload photographs of vehicles during the MOT process, helping to provide evidence that a vehicle was physically present during its inspection. The move forms part of the…27th July 2026
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BMW’s Controversial Patented Screw: Could It Really Have Locked Independent Garages Out of Repairs?
A seemingly simple screw has become one of the automotive industry’s biggest talking points this year. Earlier reports suggested BMW had patented a new fastener featuring a head shaped like…5th August 2026
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IGA Demands MOT Fee Increase in Four Key Requests to Government
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has outlined four key priorities it wants the new UK Government to address, with an urgent review of the MOT fee sitting firmly at the…27th July 2026
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When a Warranty Pays for the Part but Not the Pain
A trade problem hiding in plain sight In an email to MOTester, Emma Johnson of Prudhoe Car & Van Ltd described a frustration many independent garages will recognise. One replacement…27th July 2026
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Eurorepar Car Service reveals ambition to reach 1,000 members by 2031
Eurorepar Car Service (ERCS) has announced an ambitious expansion strategy that aims to grow its UK network to 1,000 independent garage members by 2031, positioning the organisation among the country’s…27th July 2026
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Government Drops Planned eVED Mileage Checks for Newer EVs and PHEVs
The Government has abandoned plans to make newer electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids undergo separate annual mileage inspections before their first MOT as part of the forthcoming electric Vehicle Excise…22nd July 2026
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DVSA opens Vehicle Examination Facility (VEF) authorisation for IVA and MSVA testing
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has begun authorising the first Vehicle Examination Facilities (VEFs) that will carry out Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) and Motorcycle Single Vehicle Approval (MSVA)…22nd July 2026
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Halifax MOT tester sentenced over fraudulent certificates
A Halifax MOT tester has been ordered to complete 150 hours of unpaid work after admitting offences involving fraudulent MOT certificates. Pavanraj Singh Samra, from Hightown in Liversedge, pleaded guilty…22nd July 2026
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DVSA reveals latest MOT developments – here’s what garages and testers need to know
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has published a new update outlining the work currently taking place to improve and modernise the MOT service. While there are no immediate…1st July 2026
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Pressure Mounts on Government to Increase MOT Fee as IGA Warns Testing Network is Under Threat
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has intensified calls for the Government and the DVSA to review the UK’s frozen MOT fee, warning that the long-standing £54.85 cap is putting the…1st July 2026
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DVSA Confirms Increase to HGV, Bus and Trailer MOT Centre Service Charges from July 2026
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed that authorised testing facilities (ATFs) will be allowed to increase the maximum service charges they can levy for HGV, bus, coach…22nd June 2026
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One in Five MOT Tests Are Overdue, New DVSA Data Reveals
New Freedom of Information (FOI) data obtained by vehicle retailer cinch has revealed that more than one in five MOT tests carried out in recent years involved vehicles whose MOT…7th August 2026
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DVSA begins national rollout of MOT vehicle photos to tackle fraud
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is taking another significant step in its fight against MOT fraud, with the national rollout of its ‘Photos at Test’ feature beginning on…27th July 2026
JT
IGA Demands MOT Fee Increase in Four Key Requests to Government
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has outlined four key priorities it wants the new UK Government to address, with an urgent review of the MOT fee sitting firmly at the…27th July 2026
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Garage mechanic pleads guilty to MOT fraud after car involved in fatal crash killed three
A South Wales garage mechanic has pleaded guilty to fraud after falsely issuing an MOT certificate for a vehicle that was later involved in a fatal collision which claimed the…22nd July 2026
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DVSA Annual Report 2025/26: What 42.5 Million MOT Tests Mean for UK Garages
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2025/26, providing an overview of its performance during the last financial year and outlining how…22nd July 2026
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Government Drops Planned eVED Mileage Checks for Newer EVs and PHEVs
The Government has abandoned plans to make newer electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids undergo separate annual mileage inspections before their first MOT as part of the forthcoming electric Vehicle Excise…22nd July 2026
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BMW’s Controversial Patented Screw: Could It Really Have Locked Independent Garages Out of Repairs?
A seemingly simple screw has become one of the automotive industry’s biggest talking points this year. Earlier reports suggested BMW had patented a new fastener featuring a head shaped like…5th August 2026
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Ben Launches Automotive Fantasy Football League with Over £1,000 in Cash Prizes
Automotive industry charity Ben has launched its Fantasy Football League for the 2026/27 Premier League season, giving people across the automotive sector the opportunity to compete for more than £1,000…3rd August 2026
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Eurorepar Car Service reveals ambition to reach 1,000 members by 2031
Eurorepar Car Service (ERCS) has announced an ambitious expansion strategy that aims to grow its UK network to 1,000 independent garage members by 2031, positioning the organisation among the country’s…27th July 2026
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Consumer Trust Is More Important Than Ever for UK Garages
For many years, price has often been seen as the deciding factor when motorists choose where to have their vehicles serviced or repaired. However, new research suggests that trust, not…27th July 2026
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When a Warranty Pays for the Part but Not the Pain
A trade problem hiding in plain sight In an email to MOTester, Emma Johnson of Prudhoe Car & Van Ltd described a frustration many independent garages will recognise. One replacement…27th July 2026
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Generational and Maverick Diagnostics Bring EV Battery Health Testing to 6,000 UK Workshops
Independent garages across the UK are set to gain significantly greater access to electric vehicle (EV) battery health testing following a new partnership between battery diagnostics specialist Generational and diagnostic…22nd July 2026
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UK new car market enjoys strongest July since 2019 as EV registrations surge – but ZEV target gap remains
The UK’s new car market delivered its strongest July performance since before the pandemic, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) achieving another record market share. However, the Society of Motor Manufacturers…5th August 2026
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Trade Centre UK Responds After BBC Investigation into Customer Complaints
One of the UK’s largest used car supermarket groups, Trade Centre UK, has responded following a BBC investigation that highlighted complaints from customers who alleged they were sold faulty vehicles…3rd August 2026
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Woman Claims £800 MOT Penalty Was ‘Because I’m a Girl’ After Driving Without a Valid MOT
A motorist who ended up facing financial penalties of around £800 after being caught driving without a valid MOT has sparked debate online after claiming the outcome was “because I’m…3rd August 2026
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Millions Could Be Buying Unreliable Used Cars Without Knowing, MotorEasy Analysis Suggests
Thousands of motorists shopping for a used car could unknowingly be choosing models with below-average long-term reliability, according to new analysis from vehicle ownership specialist MotorEasy. The research examined the…27th July 2026
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Halifax MOT tester sentenced over fraudulent certificates
A Halifax MOT tester has been ordered to complete 150 hours of unpaid work after admitting offences involving fraudulent MOT certificates. Pavanraj Singh Samra, from Hightown in Liversedge, pleaded guilty…22nd July 2026
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Why Car Recalls Are Rising in 2026 – What Every UK Driver and Garage Needs to Know
Vehicle safety recalls have featured regularly in the headlines throughout 2026, with manufacturers announcing campaigns affecting everything from electrical systems and airbags to engine components and hybrid technology. While recalls…8th July 2026
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