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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 decision, handed down by Perth Sheriff Court, provides important reassurance for MOT testers and garages, confirming that they are not automatically liable when a hiddenContinue reading “Perth Sheriff Court Dismisses Claim Against MOT Garage After Timing Belt Failure During Test”

HMRC Increases Advisory Fuel Rates for Petrol and Diesel Company Cars – What Drivers and Businesses Need to Know

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has published updated Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs), bringing increases for petrol and diesel company cars from 1 June 2026. The revised rates reflect rising fuel costs and are used by employers to reimburse business mileage in company vehicles or calculate repayments for private fuel use. While these rates don’t directlyContinue reading “HMRC Increases Advisory Fuel Rates for Petrol and Diesel Company Cars – What Drivers and Businesses Need to Know”

UK Automotive Industry Warns Government: EV Targets and New Trade Rules Could Threaten Jobs, Investment and Vehicle Supply

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has issued one of its strongest warnings yet, calling on the Government to urgently review its Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate and address looming trade barriers with Europe that could significantly impact the UK’s automotive sector. Speaking at the SMMT International Automotive Summit in London, Chief ExecutiveContinue reading “UK Automotive Industry Warns Government: EV Targets and New Trade Rules Could Threaten Jobs, Investment and Vehicle Supply”

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 future of the nation’s MOT testing network at risk. The maximum fee for a Class 4 MOT test has remained at £54.85 since April 2010.Continue reading “Pressure Mounts on Government to Increase MOT Fee as IGA Warns Testing Network is Under Threat”

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 busy testing periods. Feedback shared across industry forums, social media groups and MOT tester communities suggests that recent system changes have introduced additional navigation stepsContinue reading “MOT Testers Raise Concerns Over Latest DVSA Testing Service Changes”

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 the country develop their skills and maintain compliance. Founded in 2015, the Northampton-based company has grown from a specialist MOT training provider into a nationwideContinue reading “MOT Expert Celebrates 11 Years of Supporting the UK MOT Industry”

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 disciplinary procedures and ongoing compliance campaigns all point in the same direction: the DVSA wants stronger quality control, better management oversight and greater confidence inContinue reading “10 Things DVSA Inspectors Are Focusing on Right Now”

The Growing Problem of MOT Advisory Apathy: Why More Than 750,000 Drivers Ignored Warnings and Failed Anyway

One in six drivers who ignore MOT advisories go on to suffer a breakdown or collision, according to new research – raising fresh concerns about the growing problem of “advisory apathy” among UK motorists. While most drivers understand the importance of passing an MOT, many appear to be treating advisory notices as optional recommendations ratherContinue reading “The Growing Problem of MOT Advisory Apathy: Why More Than 750,000 Drivers Ignored Warnings and Failed Anyway”

The 7 Biggest Takeaways from UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026

The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event returned to Birmingham’s NEC on 3-4 June 2026, bringing together more than 5,500 aftermarket professionals and around 200 suppliers from across the automotive repair, servicing, MOT and bodyshop sectors. With workshops facing rapid technological change, increasing compliance requirements and ongoing skills shortages, the event provided a clear picture ofContinue reading “The 7 Biggest Takeaways from UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026”

Rising Repair Costs and Vehicle Complexity Creating New Challenges for Garages

New industry data is highlighting a growing challenge for the UK’s automotive repair sector, with repair costs continuing to rise as vehicles become increasingly complex to diagnose, repair and maintain. While advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), electrification and connected vehicle technology are often cited as major contributors, high-profile cases involving major mechanical failures are alsoContinue reading “Rising Repair Costs and Vehicle Complexity Creating New Challenges for Garages”