MOT Guides
IAAF Calls for Mandatory £54.85 MOT Fee as Pressure Mounts to End Discounting
The long-running debate over MOT pricing has intensified following calls from the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) for the current maximum MOT fee of £54.85 to become a mandatory fixed charge across the UK. The proposal would effectively bring an end to discounted MOT testing, a practice that has become widespread throughout the industry, withContinue reading "IAAF Calls for Mandatory £54.85 MOT Fee as Pressure Mounts to End Discounting"8th June 2026
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MOT Changes Are Coming – But 2026 Looks More Like a Preparation Year Than a Revolution
If you’ve been keeping an eye on MOT rumours over the last few years, you’ll know there has been no shortage of talk about major changes to the testing system....MOT Trade News
3rd June 2026
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Government Signals Expanded Role for MOT Mileage Data Under Proposed eVED System
The Government has confirmed that mileage data collected during MOT tests is expected to play a central role in the operation of its proposed electronic Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) system,...MOT Trade News
3rd June 2026
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MOT Headlight Rules Explained: What Aftermarket LED Bulbs Mean for Drivers
Why Drivers Are Switching to LED Bulbs Aftermarket LED headlight bulbs have become one of the most popular vehicle upgrades in recent years. Promising brighter illumination, improved visibility and a...MOT News for Motorists
1st June 2026
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Hacker Sells 170 Ghost MOTs Through Garage System
A shocking cyber security breach involving an MOT testing station has once again highlighted the growing threat of “ghost MOTs” across the UK motor trade. According to recent reports, hackers...MOT Trade News
27th May 2026
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How MOT Tests Are Managed in Northern Ireland – And Why a New £13.5m Centre Matters
The MOT testing system in Northern Ireland operates very differently from the rest of the UK. While motorists in England, Scotland and Wales take their vehicles to privately operated garages...MOT Trade News
27th May 2026
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EVs Dominate the Fastest-Selling Used Cars in May
Electric vehicles are no longer just a growing part of the used car market, they are now leading it. Recent market data shows EVs and hybrids making up the majority...MOT Trade News
20th May 2026
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Government Considers Tougher Penalties for Vehicles Without a Valid MOT
Drivers caught using a vehicle without a valid MOT could soon face far tougher penalties under new government proposals currently under consultation. At present, driving without an MOT certificate is...MOT Trade News
20th May 2026
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The Apprenticeship Crisis Facing the UK Garage and MOT Sector
The UK automotive aftermarket is facing one of the biggest workforce challenges in its history. Independent garages, MOT stations, fast-fit centres and franchised workshops are all struggling to recruit and...MOT Trade News
13th May 2026
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UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026 Set to Bring the Aftermarket Together at NEC Birmingham
The UK aftermarket industry is preparing for one of its biggest trade gatherings of the year as the returns to the NEC Birmingham on 3–4 June 2026. Organised by Messe...MOT Trade News
13th May 2026
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Government Confirms Major MOT Shake-Up for Electric Vans
The Government has officially confirmed sweeping changes to MOT testing rules for heavier electric vans, with new regulations set to come into force from 1 June 2026. The reforms are...MOT Trade News
13th May 2026
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ADAS checks on the MOT agenda as DVSA explores future test changes
The UK government is actively considering whether Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) should form part of the MOT test, although no mandate has yet been confirmed. The Driver and Vehicle...MOT Trade News
6th May 2026
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Complex Cars – Outdated MOTs
MOT inspections are getting increasingly complicated for Testers, and may get worse into the future. In a recent article about the new jacking beams with greater load carrying capacity, and...MOT Trade News
22nd April 2026
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