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MOT and vehicle tests

Running an MOT test station

From:: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency and Department for Transport

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Set up an MOT test station

Set up an MOT test station
Find an MOT tester or manager course
MOT testing guide for test stations

Open or change an MOT test station

Apply to open, run or change an MOT test station

Manage an MOT test station

Record MOT test results
MOT vehicle testing stations standards
MOT risk reduction guide
MOT test quality information: guidance for MOT testers and managers

MOT testing service

Record MOT test results
Use your MOT testing security card
MOT testing service: known issues and workarounds

MOT slots

Buy MOT slots for your test station
Pay for MOT test slots for your station by cheque or postal order
Apply for a refund of MOT slot payments for your station

Equipment

MOT centre approved testing equipment
MOT testing service: IT specification

Noticeboards and posters

MOT test fees and appeals poster for MOT garages
Diesel smoke test poster for MOT garages
MOT changes from May 2018: posters for MOT garages
Vehicle recalls and faults poster

Staying up to date

Matters of Testing blog
DVSA email alerts

Being represented

MOT vehicle testing station (VTS) council members

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