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MOT testing service status

MOT testing service

The MOT testing service is working normally.

The last outage was on Thursday 02nd April between 17:00 and 17:45pm

Get MOT reminders

The MOT reminders service is working normally.

The last outage was on Tuesday 5 March 2018 between 2pm and 3:30pm.

Check the MOT history of a vehicle

The MOT history service is working normally.

The last outage was on Tuesday 19 February 2019 between 10:30am and midday.

Getting and entering a contingency code

For information on how to enter contingency codes, take a look at our contingency testing guidance.

To find out how another tester can also enter a contingency test if the original test isn't available, take a look at our guidance on known issues and workarounds for the MOT testing service.

If a contingency code is not displayed above, and it's outside of MOT testing service desk opening hours, email dvsa.motsupport@bjss.com to request a code.

Help and support

Please note  DVSA Customer Service Centres are currently closed.

For the latest information about MOT testing during the COVID-19 outbreak please  click on the links below

• Coronavirus (COVID-19): MOTs for cars, vans and motorcycles due before 30 March 2020
• Coronavirus (COVID-19): MOTs for cars, vans and motorcycles due from 30 March 2020
• Coronavirus (COVID-19): MOT centre and tester guidance

Keep up to date

We regularly send email updates to MOT testing service users with important information and news about the service.

To make sure you get these updates, check your email address is correct on your MOT testing service profile.