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Most frequent reasons for MOT failures in the UK - full list

Areas with highest first-time MOT pass rates in the UK

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1.3m cars granted an MOT despite not meeting safety standards

Traffic police drones could be common place across the UK very soon - Credit: Adobe

Traffic police to roll out new cunning way to catch reckless motorists

Boots offering free health MOT checks to people over the age of 40

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Two in three drivers fear relaxing MOT rules will put lives at risk

Brake faults were the most common dangerous defects in 2021/22 (Photo: Adobe Stock)

Brakes and tyres behind 2.1m ‘dangerous’ MOT failures per year

Cost of living crisis means people can’t afford MOTs

Changes to MOT’s could be on the way

UK Government consultation on date of first MOT test closes soon

Thousands of drivers risk huge fines for not knowing these motor laws

Visitors eating lunch by candlelight due to a power cut at a bar

Energy blackout warning - your views online

MOTs could be required every two years under proposed change

New MOT rules could change test timings to save drivers money

Winter car checks to prepare your vehicle for cold weather

Halfords free MOT offer: how families can claim free car check

Plans for radical MOT change opposed by most drivers
Motorist raise safety and cost concerns around proposal to relax test schedule to every two years

Following a few simple tips can keep your dog dafe and cool on car journeys.

6 expert tips to make sure your dog stays healthy on summer car journeys

Two-year MOT could leave 2.5m dangerous cars on the road

Qualified mechanics conduct a number of strict safety checks during the current yearly MOT test

Safety warning over Westminster's plan for two yearly MOTs

These are the top 20 signs you are fortunate in life

Millions of British drivers would struggle to identify over half the warning sig...

MOT pass rates: These are the cars most and least likely to pass

Drivers report sharp rise in crashes and near misses with e-scooters

Low Emission Zones - your views online

Used car buying: half of drivers ignore these essential checks

The cars most likely to fail the MOT, and models most likely to pass

More than 450 incorrect MOT certificates issued ever day
New figures reveal scale of amendments made by garages and the mistakes that could leave drivers out of pocket

DVSA names the 10 cities facing biggest MOT ‘squeeze’ this October

MOT checks: the simple tests you can carry out at home to cut costs

MOT costs for HGVs will also increase if the plan is approved

Drivers urged to book an MOT now or risk long wait due to autumn surge

Car running costs for young drivers plunge £500 due to lockdown

Garages are expected to see a jump in test bookings between August and September

Drivers urged to act quickly to avoid £1,000 MOT fine

Macklin Motors owner Vertu is headed by chief executive Robert Forrester.

Macklin Motors owner flags bumper profit but car supply and Covid worries linger

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Six in 10 Brits avoided booking health appointments during the pandemic as they ...

Making a SORN declaration is quick and free

SORN myths busted: from keeping your car on the road to claiming back tax

DVSA tests found some MOT stations issuing undeserved MOT passes

Almost 3m unroadworthy vehicles given an MOT as testers miss critical faults

Edinburgh council is taking steps to ban more polluting cars

Edinburgh takes next steps towards a polluting car ban - but Spaces for People d...

Ferrari 488 Pista

Want the best chance of passing your MOT first time? Buy a Ferrari

A problem with the car saw Hayley blame car mechanics, but the solution to the mystery of the missing piece lay much closer to home (Picture: Andrew Matthews/PA)

Mechanics in a panic but jigsaw solves puzzle of missing piece – Hayley Matthews

Whatever classic you own some simple steps can help maximise its value

How to make the most when selling a classic car

These are the top 20 risks taken by drivers while behind the wheel

MOTs are an annual legal requirement

How to get an MOT for £10

The cars most likely to pass an MOT first time

Revealed: The cars most likely to pass their MOT and those most likely to fail

A few simple checks will ensure your car is in good condition

Preparing your car for driving after lockdown

MOT test centre

How to get an MOT for as little as £1

Trade-in tips to secure the best price for your old car

The roads in Holyrood Park are currently closed for most of the day at weekends

Edinburgh campaigners call for full-time car ban in Holyrood Park - your views o...

Is car insurance valid during a weather warning?

The M8 near Bathgate had to close after a ‘massive’ pothole caused chaos - your ...

People will only be able to go to car dealers from today to collect a purchased vehicle or for repair, service or MOT. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

New lockdown restrictions: Can I still buy a new car or get mine serviced?

Garage opening during lockdown - what you need to know if your car needs repairs

Miniature goat and edible underwear among the weirdest things left in cars at MO...

Named and shamed: The UK towns and cities with the worst MOT records

Strangers can park on your driveway and there’s almost nothing you can do about ...