MOT Guides
MOT Testers’ Tech Update: EV Checks, ADAS and Emissions Changes
Key developments in MOT technology and regulation (2024–26) Over the past two years the UK’s MOT has begun adapting to new vehicle technologies. From 2025–26 DVSA will add stricter anti‑fraud measures (vehicle photos) and EV/hybrid‑specific checks (visual HV cables, battery and charge port inspections with heavier lifts). At the same time advanced driver‑assist systems (ADAS),Continue reading "MOT Testers’ Tech Update: EV Checks, ADAS and Emissions Changes"30th March 2026
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DVSA MOT Tester Rule Changes from 9 January 2026 – What Garages Need to Know
From Friday 9 January 2026, the DVSA will introduce several important changes to the MOT scheme that directly affect MOT testers and Authorised Examiners (AEs). These updates focus on disciplinary...MOT Trade
23rd December 2025
Editor
UK MOT Garages to Verify EV Mileage Under Proposed Road Tax
Proposed Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax for Electric Vehicles The UK government is introducing a new mileage-based road tax for electric cars as part of its Autumn Budget 2025. Starting in April...Garage News
28th November 2025
Editor
Drivers Risk £1,000 Fines Over Simple MOT Test Mistakes
MOT testers and garages are being urged to help drivers avoid costly mistakes, as new warnings highlight how easily motorists can fall foul of the law around MOT tests –...Garage News
1st August 2025
Editor
Millions Face Huge £617 Repair Bills Without an MOT Test — Warning Issued
Drivers across the UK have been warned they could face repair costs averaging £617 if they skip an MOT test or ignore necessary repairs. The warning comes amid data highlighting...Garage News
16th June 2025
Editor
New Licence Rules for Heavier Electric Vans Take Effect — What MOT Sector Needs to Know
From 10 June 2025, major changes to driving licence entitlements for zero-emission vans have come into force, designed to make it easier for businesses and drivers to adopt electric fleets....Garage News
11th June 2025
Editor
Warning: Fines Await Drivers Who Break Unseen Highway Code Rules
The Highway Code isn’t just a guide — some of its lesser-known rules are being enforced with steep fines. According to reports, drivers are being penalised for seemingly small infractions,...MOT Information for Motorists
30th May 2025
Editor
Vehicle “Recalls”: in the MOT or not?
Recently there have been several scare stories in the press suggesting that thousands of motorists’ vehicles will fail the MOT because their vehicles have safety-related manufacturing defects which have not...MOT Information for Motorists
12th February 2025
Jim Punter Editor
Criminal Record Checks (DBS) to be required for MOT personnel
‘Good Repute’, criminal record checks and the MOT Over the years the DVSA have often published their successful prosecution of recalcitrant MOT Testers (NTs) and Authorised Examiners (AEs) who have...MOT Trade
25th November 2023
Jim Punter Editor
Vehicle Tester and Traffic Examiner strike: June 2023
DVSA has announced the following information regarding a strike by some vehicle Testers and Traffic Examiners. Some vehicle testing and enforcement services might be affected by strike action.* * see...MOT News for Motorists
9th June 2023
Staff writer
MOT Shock: latest “Dangerous Defects” failures THREE TIMES higher than in 2010
Deadly defects…! The Government has recently issued a consultative document suggesting a change for the first MOT Test to be at four years old and two-yearly thereafter. Yet data we...MOT News for Motorists
26th January 2023
Staff writer
MOT Test Frequency Changes – consultation
There have been articles in the media recently about changes to the MOT Test; a change from the first Test being due, currently set to be carried out after a...MOT News for Motorists
25th January 2023
Staff writer
Prosol UK launches ‘Fire Cloak’
Prosol UK, the UK’s leading supplier of garage and workshop equipment and tools to the motor trade, has launched an electric vehicle fire blanket that has recently been demonstrated at...MOT Trade
24th May 2022
Staff writer
