MOT Guides
Automatic Licence Holders Could Be Allowed to Drive Manual Cars Without Taking Another Test
Drivers who passed their test in an automatic car could eventually be allowed to drive manual vehicles without taking another full practical driving test under proposals put forward by the AA. The motoring organisation wants the Government to consider introducing a new conversion course that would allow automatic-only licence holders to gain manual driving entitlement after completing additional training. Currently, a driver who passes their practical test in an automatic vehicle is restricted to driving...
2nd September 2026
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New Range Rover Electric Arrives With 372-Mile Range and £154,070 Price Tag
The first fully electric Range Rover has officially arrived, combining up to 372 miles of range with 550PS, ultra-rapid charging and a starting price of £154,070. Available to order in...
2nd September 2026
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eBay Launches MOT Hub Turning DVSA Advisories Into Parts Recommendations
eBay has launched a new MOT Hub for UK motorists that uses DVSA MOT data to remind drivers about previous advisories and defects – and then helps them find replacement...
2nd September 2026
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Volkswagen’s New erWin Portal Goes Live for UK Independent Workshops
Volkswagen Group has launched its new erWin portal in the UK, giving independent workshops centralised access to official repair, maintenance and diagnostic information across multiple Group brands. The rebuilt platform...
2nd September 2026
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Government Says No Current Plans to Increase MOT Fee Despite Growing Garage Pressure
The Government has said it has “no current plans” to increase the maximum MOT test fee, despite mounting pressure from independent garages and industry bodies for the 16-year freeze on...
2nd September 2026
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MOT Station Given Five-Year Ban After DVSA Finds False Calibration Certificates
An MOT testing station in Scotland has been given a five-year ban following a DVSA investigation that uncovered serious breaches involving faulty equipment, expired calibration and falsified calibration certificates. Porter’s...
2nd September 2026
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Drivers Could Face £1,000 Fines Under Proposed New Car Emissions Rules
Motorists could face fines of up to £1,000 if their cars fail to meet the emissions standards they were originally designed to comply with, under new proposals being considered by...
1st September 2026
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Garage Fined £1,600 After Undercover DVSA Probe Into Illegal ‘Pop and Bang’ Modifications
A UK performance garage has been ordered to pay £1,600 after an undercover investigation by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and Thames Valley Police uncovered illegal vehicle modifications...
1st September 2026
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IGA Calls for £95 MOT Fee as Pressure Grows for First Increase Since 2010
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is calling for the MOT fee to rise to at least £95, dramatically stepping up industry pressure for the first increase to the Class 4...
19th August 2026
JT
Bosch Integrates AI Assistant Into ESI[tronic] Diagnostic Platform
Bosch is adding an artificial intelligence assistant to its ESI[tronic] diagnostic software, designed to help workshop technicians identify faults and find relevant repair information more quickly. The new AI functionality...
17th August 2026
JT
Honest John Closes After 25 Years: End of an Era for UK Motorists
One of Britain’s best-known motoring websites has disappeared after around 25 years online, marking the end of an era for generations of drivers who turned to Honest John for straightforward...
17th August 2026
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UK ZEV Mandate Review: What the 2030–2035 EV Transition Means for Independent Garages
The UK government has launched a fresh review of the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate, potentially reshaping the rate at which electric vehicles enter the country’s vehicle parc between now...
16th August 2026
JT
DVSA Rolls Out MOT Photos at Test Nationwide: What Garages Need to Know
The DVSA has confirmed that the national rollout of its Photos at Test feature is now underway, with thousands of MOT garages being given access to the system and every...
16th August 2026
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