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MOT Tester fails his own road test!
Garage MOT Tester handed an 18-month ban after drunken e-scooter tumble There are MOT failures…and then there’s this. An Ashington MOT tester, whose day job involves deciding whether the rest of us are safe to drive, has found himself on the receiving end of a rather different kind of roadworthiness test. According to court reports,Continue reading "MOT Tester fails his own road test!"8th July 2026
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Perth Sheriff Court Dismisses Claim Against MOT Garage After Timing Belt Failure During Test
A Scottish court has dismissed a claim against an MOT testing station after a vehicle suffered catastrophic engine damage when its timing belt failed during an MOT emissions test. The...MOT Trade News
1st 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...MOT Trade News
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...MOT Trade News
1st July 2026
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MOT Testers Raise Concerns Over Latest DVSA Testing Service Changes
MOT testers across the UK are reporting frustration following recent changes to the DVSA’s MOT testing service, with many claiming the updates have made some routine tasks more time-consuming during...MOT Trade News
25th June 2026
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MOT Expert Celebrates 11 Years of Supporting the UK MOT Industry
One of the UK’s best-known MOT training and compliance providers, MOT Expert, is celebrating its 11th anniversary, marking more than a decade of helping garages, technicians and MOT testers across...MOT Trade News
25th June 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...MOT Trade News
22nd June 2026
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10 Things DVSA Inspectors Are Focusing on Right Now
As DVSA site reviews continue to evolve in 2026, MOT stations are seeing a clear shift in enforcement priorities. Recent Special Notices, updates to the MOT Testing Guide, changes to...MOT Trade News
17th June 2026
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MOT Failure Repair Bills Jump 70% as Nine Million Drivers Face Higher Costs
Rising Repair Costs Create New Challenges for Motorists and MOT Garages Recent national press coverage has highlighted a growing concern for UK motorists: the cost of repairing vehicles after an...MOT Trade News
17th June 2026
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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...MOT Trade News
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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