MOT dates missed by eight million drivers in 2024
More than eight million vehicles were late renewing MOT certification last year, according to new research.
A Freedom of Information request to the Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency submitted by insurance firm ChoiceQuote found that 8,095,207 vehicles had an overdue MOT last year, with 37% of this number more than a month late.
Meanwhile, over 306,000 vehicles had MOTs between one and five years out of date, while over 36,000 were reported to be between five and 19 years overdue.
Drivers risk fines of £1,000 they are if caught driving a vehicle with an invalid MOT.
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Phil Leese, specialist motor trading manager at insurance broker, ChoiceQuote, said: “It is alarming to learn of the number of vehicles driving on our roads each day that do not have a valid MOT. Valid MOTs are not only crucial to ensure that your car is in full working order and does not pose as a risk to you or others, but is also critical in ensuring that your insurance is valid.
“If a vehicle’s MOT is not up to date, drivers may not just face a fine but also a more expensive financial burden if they are in a situation where an insurance claim is required.
“If you are unsure on the date of your next MOT, check now. Be prepared and book in your MOT in advance to avoid being cut short without a vehicle.”
