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Inspection processes and rules for car, private bus and light commercial vehicle (class 3, 4, 5 and 7 vehicle) MOT tests.
How the MOT scheme is administered and the rules for authorised examiners, testers and testing different types of vehicles.
A checklist for MOT testers showing the items that need to be inspected during an MOT test for a car or passenger vehicle.
Inspection processes and standards for lorry, trailer and other heavy goods vehicle (HGV) MOT tests (annual tests).
Inspection processes and rules for motorcycle, scooter, moped and motorcycle combination (class 1 and 2 vehicle) MOT tests.
Book, confirm, change or cancel testing events at your authorised testing facility (ATF).
Find out if you can report an MOT tester or centre for fraud, how to report them (including without giving your name), and what will happen next.
Book an MOT tester demonstration test when you’ve got your level 2 MOT testing certificate or if you're returning to testing after a break, lapse or suspension.
List of items that MOT testers must check during a motorcycle MOT test.
A new feature is being rolled out on the MOT testing service from 3 August 2026, allowing testers to take and upload a photo of the vehicle being tested.
Inspection processes and standards for bus and coach MOT tests (annual tests).
Check if a historic vehicle qualifies for an MOT exemption due to its age.
The procedure testers will follow to check vehicle exhaust emissions during the MOT test, and vehicle examiners follow to check emissions at the roadside.
How to create a Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) email alerts account and update your subscription preferences.
MOT centres must display this poster about MOT test fees and the retest and appeals process.
How vehicle defects found during roadside inspections or vehicle tests are categorised and what action will be taken when they're found.
What MOT testers need to know about how to test certain makes and models of vehicles (previously called vehicle specific information).
Management systems, policies and checks you need in place at your MOT centre to make sure MOT testing is done to the right standard.
A guide about the main things that will be checked when you take your car for an MOT test.
How to buy MOT slots so your business can record MOT test results, including managing your account and getting refunds.
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