Servicesure enhances MOT training package
Servicesure has enhanced its MOT training support package to help independent repairers stay compliant. Members will now be able to use their annual training day allocation of four free days […]
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Drivers stick with worn tyres to cut costs
One in 10 motorists in the UK avoid booking MOTs or replacing worn tyres due to cost pressures. Research carried out by the RAC revealed that young drivers are most […]
MOT fee must rise, IGA tells government
The Independent Garage Association has called for the government to set a minimum MOT fee of at least £95. It argues that inflation alone makes the current MOT fee unsustainable, […]
MOT fees under the spotlight at IMI roundtable
The Institute of the Motor Industry and the DVSA will host a roundtable in October to review MOT fees. The collaborative event will bring together trade associations, road safety organisations […]
Drivers leaving MOT bookings too late
New data has revealed that the number of drivers making MOT bookings after its expiry data has risen 60%. Research by BookMyGarage found that one year ago 10.3% of motorists […]
Minimum MOT fee must increase, says IGA
The Independent Garage Association has added its voice to calls for the government to raise the minimum MOT fee. MOT fees have remained unchanged for 16 years despite significant increases […]
IAAF calls from higher mandatory minimum MOT fee
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is calling for a mandatory minimum MOT fee of £54.85. Under current regulations £54.85 is the maximum MOT fee, but the IAAF believes this […]
New MOT rules for electric vans set for 1 June
The government has announced that new MOT rules for electric vans weighing 3.5 to 4.25 tonnes will come into force on 1 June. The reforms mean that new electric vans […]
Worries mount over unexpected repair bills
Nearly half of drivers are concerned about unexpected repair bills following an MOT test. According to a survey of 2,000 motorists carried out by Scrap Car Comparison, 46% of respondents […]
MOT price cap should be higher, say repairers
A new survey has found that 62% of automotive workshops are in favour of a higher MOT price cap. The government is reviewing the current MOT price cap of £54.84, […]
MOT failure rate for LCVs suggests fleet neglect
New data has revealed that the MOT failure rate for LCVs was twice that of cars last year, resulting in longer vehicle off-road times and business disruption. According to Tyresafe, […]
DfT to introduce new rules around electric vans
Regulations around MOTs, driving hours and speed limiters for electric vans are set to change to make it easier for fleets to go green. This follows the conclusion of the […]