MOT fee to be reviewed
The Department for Transport has confirmed it will review the MOT fee to bring it in line with the demands of modern technology.
It has said it will consult with industry stakeholders later this year to consider raising the cap from £54.85.
The Independent Garage Association has welcomed the announcement after campaigning for an MOT price rise, arguing that new technologies and greater complexity of modern vehicles have increased MOT times and skills demands.
Stuart James, CEO of the IGA, said: “We are pleased that the Minister for Local Transport, Lilian Greenwood MP, has recognised the invaluable contribution of independent garages and that the Department for Transport is now actively reviewing the MOT fee structure. The current system places unsustainable pressure on businesses that are essential to maintaining road safety across the UK.
“This review represents a crucial opportunity to secure a fairer, more sustainable framework for MOT testing that reflects the real costs faced by garages.
“We will continue to work closely with the Minister to ensure our members’ voices are heard and that this consultation leads to meaningful change.”
