
How Long Is an MOT Valid For? A Complete Guide
An MOT certificate is valid for one year. There is no grace period - driving once it expires is illegal - but you…

Can I Drive to My MOT Test Without Tax? A Straight Answer
No. You must not drive an untaxed vehicle on public roads, and unlike the MOT there is no 'driving to the test' ex…

Driving Without a Valid MOT: Fines, Points and Insurance Risk
Driving without a valid MOT can mean a fine of up to £1,000 and your insurance may be void. If the vehicle has a d…

Reporting a Car With No MOT: Rules and What Happens Next
Having no MOT only makes it illegal to drive a car, not to park it - but a car kept on a public road must still be…

ANPR MOT: How Police Use Technology to Check MOT Compliance
Yes - police ANPR cameras are linked to the DVSA's MOT database and automatically flag vehicles without a valid MO…