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Alternative fuel vehicles: guidance for MOT testers

What MOT testers need to know about how hybrid, electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles work, and what to do when inspecting these vehicles.

From:
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Published
29 March 2018
Last updated
1 May 2021 — See all updates

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

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Hybrid, electric and hydrogen fuel cell systems: guidance for MOT testers

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This guide explains:

  • the different types of vehicle technologies you could come across as an MOT tester
  • the things you need to be aware of when inspecting these vehicles
  • what steps you can take to test them safely
Published 29 March 2018
Last updated 1 May 2021 + show all updates

  1. Updated vehicle types and guidance on carrying out MOT tests.

  2. Removed information about calling DVSA for advice before carrying out an MOT on a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle.

  3. First published.

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