A trade problem hiding in plain sight In an email to MOTester, Emma Johnson of Prudhoe Car & Van Ltd described a frustration many independent garages will recognise. One replacement turbo, she said, appeared to trigger limp-mode symptoms without fault codes until a different-brand unit was fitted. She also reported repeat water-pump leaks after fitment,Continue reading “When a Warranty Pays for the Part but Not the Pain”
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”
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”
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”
Why Jim Farley’s vision for vehicle repair could threaten the UK’s independent aftermarket Ford CEO Jim Farley has reignited the global Right to Repair debate after suggesting that many repairs on modern vehicles are simply too complex and potentially unsafe for owners and independent repairers to undertake outside manufacturer-controlled networks. While the comments were madeContinue reading “Ford CEO’s Right to Repair Comments Should Concern Every Independent Garage”
Insurance Refusal After £120,000 Ferrari Crash Sparks Debate A recent high-profile case involving Britain’s only pink Ferrari has reignited discussion around the importance of MOT compliance and vehicle roadworthiness. The £120,000 Ferrari California, owned by Cardiff businesswoman Lisa-Marie Brown, was involved in a dramatic collision in August 2023 that left the supercar written off. However,Continue reading “Pink Ferrari Crash Highlights Why MOT Compliance Matters More Than Ever”
