How we’re tackling MOT fraud
How we’re tackling MOT fraud
The MOT test sits at the heart of DVSA's mission to keep Britain's roads safer for everyone.
Switching over to the new MOT system
As MOT Modernisation heads towards giving garages a new up-to-date testing system, we ask Transition Manager, James Body, to take us through what will happen during the switchover process.
The future of MOT slot payments by cheque
We’re looking into making buying slots quicker and easier and thinking about removing cheques from the current list of payment options.
Get the right internet browser for your new MOT system
You’ll need to have the correct browser installed on your testing IT equipment to access and use the web-based testing system which MOT Modernisation is building. Here we talk about the options and the easiest way to make sure your web browser is up to date.
Horror story: Wooden suspension
A novel way to stop that suspension knock! The owner said he'd done a repair to the suspension to stop a knocking noise.
When is a modified vehicle a rally car?
We are often asked what level of modification is necessary before a vehicle can be classed as a rally car and therefore qualify as a ‘modified vehicle’ as defined in the Introduction section of the MOT inspection manual.
How the EU Roadworthiness Package affects the MOT
The European Union Roadworthiness Package has now been published in the Official Journal of the EU. The package is made up of 3 directives; and the part that affects the MOT test is the Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI) Directive (our MOT/annual test).
Indicator tell-tale lamp not working?
If a directional indicator tell-tale lamp is inoperative, could the ticking of the flasher relay be used as an audible warning in its place?
Horror story: Pothole damage
Sent in by Andy Evans, this photo shows damage to the wheel and tyre of a BMW 5 series believed to be the result of a pothole.
Video: Modernising the MOT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzhQSqVY0O0DVSA are building a new 'web-based' MOT testing system to replace the existing VTS devices and to bring testing into the online era. This video looks at what testers can expect from the new system and how it will improve the quality of MOT testing in the future.
What is the definition of insecure and how should it be applied during an MOT test?
We‘ve had many questions on this subject, particularly in relation to batteries. Previous articles give guidance that a battery would not be deemed insecure unless it is likely to fall from vehicle under normal use. So how do we arrive at this conclusion?