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One in Five MOT Tests Are Overdue, New DVSA Data Reveals

New Freedom of Information (FOI) data obtained by vehicle retailer cinch has revealed that more than one in five MOT tests carried out in recent years involved vehicles whose MOT certificates had already expired. According to data supplied by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), 25,805,342 MOT tests conducted between 2023 and 2025 wereContinue reading “One in Five MOT Tests Are Overdue, New DVSA Data Reveals”

Woman Claims £800 MOT Penalty Was ‘Because I’m a Girl’ After Driving Without a Valid MOT

A motorist who ended up facing financial penalties of around £800 after being caught driving without a valid MOT has sparked debate online after claiming the outcome was “because I’m a girl.” The incident has attracted widespread attention on social media after the driver suggested her gender played a role in the enforcement action. However,Continue reading “Woman Claims £800 MOT Penalty Was ‘Because I’m a Girl’ After Driving Without a Valid MOT”

One in Five UK Drivers Missing Essential Car Admin Deadlines

More than one in five UK motorists have missed important vehicle administration deadlines, according to new research, highlighting a growing challenge for both drivers and the automotive industry. A survey commissioned by Lloyds and conducted by YouGov found that 21% of UK drivers have forgotten critical vehicle deadlines, including MOT tests, vehicle tax and insuranceContinue reading “One in Five UK Drivers Missing Essential Car Admin Deadlines”

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