MOT Testing During the Coronavirus Outbreak

A big thank you to James Baggott, Car Dealer Magazine, who wrote the following article; “Have MOTs been cancelled during the coronavirus? Do I need a car service during the crisis?”. The article provided so much clarity for us in the auto industry in these rapidly changing times.

The official line from the DVSA as of Wednesday, March 25, 09:05 was this:

All cars, vans and motorcycles which usually would require an MOT test will be exempted from needing a test from 30 March 2020.

Vehicles must be kept in a roadworthy condition, and garages will remain open for essential repair work. Drivers can be prosecuted if driving unsafe vehicles.

People should stay at home and avoid travel. The only reasons people should leave their homes is set out in the government advice.

So, if you’ve got a car, motorcycle or van and it’s due an MOT up until March 30, you’ll have to get it tested. As of March 30, though, they’ll be granted the exemption.

Will MOT tests be cancelled during the coronavirus outbreak?

Yes they have, as per the above. Legislation will be announced on March 30 to come into immediate effect for 12 months. Drivers will still need to get their cars tested up until the new regulations come into effect. So if your MOT runs out before then you still need to get it booked. Please follow the link below to the article source from Car Dealer Magazine for more information.

https://cardealermagazine.co.uk/publish/need-mot-car-service-coronavirus-crisis/188392