Cars most and least likely to pass an MOT test revealed

With pressure mounting on the Government to scrap the six-month MOT test exemption, recently updated figures from the Department for Transport have revealed which models are most and least likely to pass and fail. MOT testers have this week claimed that some 1.1million vehicles eligible for the extension would have failed the assessment but are … Read more

Trade bodies call for six-month MOT exemption to be AXED over road safety fears

Major UK motor bodies have today called on the Government to axe the six-month MOT exemption for vehicles put in place due to Covid-19 over fears of a rapid rise in the number of dangerous cars on the road now that the lockdown has been eased. New measures announced by the Prime Minister this week … Read more

How to give yourself a Money MOT and boost your finances

For the past 30 years I’ve been writing about family money, and this is the toughest time I have known for finding the right tone and approach.  When NHS staff are facing enormous stress and risking their health every day, other vital workers are battling to keep us supplied with food, and many face the … Read more

Six month MOT exemption will cause a spike in dangerous cars on the road

Motorists have been granted a six-month exemption from MOT testing from today under new measures announced last week by the Department for Transport to help stem the impact of the coronavirus.  It says this will enable drivers and riders to to continue to travel to work where this absolutely cannot be done from home, or … Read more

Motorists granted a six-month exemption from MOT testing from 30 March

Motorists granted a six-month exemption from MOT testing from 30 March under new coronavirus measures – here’s how to check your car is roadworthy MOT testing exemption from March 30 for cars, vans and motorcycles Drivers will be responsible for ensuring their vehicles are roadworthy Anyone found to be using unsafe cars will face prosecution, … Read more

Getting a car MOT tested during the coronavirus lockdown

With strict restrictions in place to prevent people from leaving homes and gathering in groups, motorists with scheduled car maintenance might wonder if they can still have work carried out on their vehicles.  MOT tests, servicing, repairs, filling up with fuel and collecting motors just purchased will be top of the agenda for owners, especially … Read more