The MOT scheme is a road safety test designed to ensure that all cars, motorcycles and light goods vehicles more than 3 years old are properly maintained and safe for UK standards as set out by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency.

It is a legal requirement for all vehicles over 3 years old to be tested, and hold a valid test certificate, every 12 months. It is the responsibility of the owner or driver of the vehicle to ensure that it is examined at least once a year at an authorised MOT test station to make sure that they comply with certain important requirements of the law. 

Remember- the test certificate relates only to the condition of the testable items at the time of the test and should not be regarded as evidence of their condition at any other time; nor should it be accepted as evidence of the general mechanical condition of the vehicle.

If your MOT has expired you are not allowed to drive the vehicle, or renew the road tax. Your insurance may also be invalid. Please get in touch as soon as possible if your MOT has expired so we can get you back on the road.