Here are the answers to some commonly asked questions
about the MOT test.

What is an MOT?
The MOT scheme is primarily a road safety measure designed to ensure as far as possible that all cars, motorcycles and light goods vehicles more than 3 years old are properly maintained and at least once a year are examined at an authorised MOT testing station to make sure that they comply with certain important requirements of the law. The MOT test relates only to the condition of the testable items at the time of the test. It should not be regarded as evidence of the condition of the items tested at any other time nor should it be taken as evidence of the general mechanical condition of the vehicle.

When is my car eligible for its first MOT?
When it is three years old.

How long will the test take.
The test takes around 45 minutes to 1 hr to complete.

What happens if my vehicle fails the MOT test?
Should the vehicle fail, you will be issued with a VT3O certificate stating the items causing the failure of the MOT test.

Do I have to repay for a retest if my vehicle fails the MOT test?
We will retest the vehicle for free as long as it is returned to us within 10 days from the MOT date.

I have lost my MOT certificate, what can I do?
We can issue you a duplicate certificate, we need to know the date of your  MOT test to do this. The fee is £10.00.