MOT Testing Legislation
Information on legislation related to the MOT testing scheme.
MOT scheme standards
Road Traffic Act, S181 as amended by the Road Traffic Act 1991.
Condition of cars, taxis and non-testable vehicles in use through road-side checks
Road Traffic Act, S181 as amended by the Road Traffic Act 1991.
This legislation can be found from Her Majesty’s Stationery Office.
Other Related Material
MOT Test Fees and Appeal Poster (VT9A)
This poster gives information on the different fees and classes, as well as information on retests and appeals.
Your car and the MOT
This document runs through the MOT test and highlights what you should do to prepare your car for the test.[This information is held on an external site].
Your motor bike and the MOT
This document runs through the MOT test and highlights what you should do to prepare you motor bike for the test. [This information is held on an external site.]
News
02-06-08 New construction requirements consultation
The Department for Transport has today begun consulting on new construction requirements to be met by vehicle manufacturers.[This information is held on an external site]
05-06-08 DVLA in 'Licence to Thrill' car giveaway
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) today launched a free prize draw to win a car for motorists renewing their vehicle tax - with three new cars up for grabs each month for a year.[This information is held on an external site]
04-06-08 Highways Agency at Bikefest UK this weekend - helping bikers to stay safe on the roads
"Great Roads, Great Rides", a free DVD from the Highways Agency, will be handed out to bikers and visitors to the second Bikefest UK at Donington Park, Leicestershire on Saturday 7 June.