MOT Guides
Complex Cars – Outdated MOTs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 wider bridging capability required by 1st April, I came across a DVSA document which cited over 70 vehicles which had specific design idiosyncrasies which requiredContinue reading "Complex Cars – Outdated MOTs"22nd April 2026
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A future fantasy…MOT Testing As Imagined in 2010!
The following article was written by our Editor, Jim Punter, in 2010. It is a futuristic look at MOT testing as imagined in 2010 — featuring voice-controlled systems, automated test...MOT Trade News
22nd April 2026
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DVSA Convicts Bristol Testers in Major “Ghost MOT” Fraud Case
The DVSA has successfully prosecuted two individuals involved in a large-scale “ghost MOT” operation, highlighting ongoing concerns around fraudulent testing and its impact on road safety. What happened? The case...MOT Trade News
15th April 2026
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Industry Alliance Calls for Mandatory EV Battery Testing in MOT
Why EV battery health checks could become part of the MOT A major cross-sector industry group is calling for electric vehicle (EV) battery health checks to become a mandatory part...MOT Trade News
15th April 2026
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SERMI scheme goes live in UK: Independent garages gain access to security data
After 17 years of industry campaigning, the UK’s independent garage sector finally has unrestricted access to vehicle security data. From 1 April 2026 the European Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme is...MOT Trade News
8th April 2026
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Millions of Drivers Missing MOT Deadlines as Late Testing Hits Six Million Vehicles
New data released by Kwik Fit has revealed the scale of late MOT testing across the UK, with millions of vehicles being driven without a valid certificate each year. According...MOT Trade News
25th March 2026
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Testers Warned: Miss the 31 March Deadline and Risk Suspension and Lost Revenue
MOT testers and garage owners are being urged to act now as the 31 March annual training deadline fast approaches. Failure to complete mandatory training and pass the annual assessment...MOT Trade News
23rd March 2026
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EVs and Hybrids in the MOT Bay: A Safety-First Workflow for Class 4 Testers
EVs and hybrids are now frequent enough that “winging it” in the MOT bay creates avoidable safety and compliance risk, Testers need to standardise the ignition-state control, key control, and...MOT Trade News
23rd March 2026
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A Growing Concern for the MOT Sector
1.5 Million Unroadworthy Cars Driving with Expired MOTs An estimated 1.5 million vehicles currently being driven on UK roads without a valid MOT would likely fail the test if inspected...MOT Trade News
13th March 2026
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DVSA Update – New Mandatory Jacking Equipment
An update from the DVSA about new mandatory jacking equipment specifications for Class 4 MOT testing stations Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency sent this bulletin at 05-03-2026 09:17 AM GMT...MOT Trade News
8th March 2026
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The DVSA MOT Site Assessment: What Inspectors Are Really Looking For
For most MOT garages, a DVSA site assessment can feel a little daunting – especially when the visit is unannounced. However, understanding what the examiner is actually looking for can...MOT Trade News
5th March 2026
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DVSA Jacking Beam Changes 2026 – Are MOT Stations Ready?
The DVSA published Special Notice 04-25 in early October which increased the size and lift capacity of authorised jacking beams used in Class 4 MOT Testing Stations. Here are the...MOT Trade News
26th February 2026
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Over One Million UK Vehicles Operating Without a Valid MOT — What It Means for Garages
A worrying number of vehicles on UK roads are being driven without a current MOT certificate — posing legal risks for drivers and safety concerns for everyone using the country’s...MOT Trade News
5th February 2026
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