If you own a vehicle in the UK, it is important to know when your MOT (Ministry of Transport) test is due. An MOT is a mandatory annual test that checks if a vehicle meets safety and environmental standards. You can find out when your MOT is due by entering your car's registration number into our online tool. Alternatively, you can also check the expiration date on your current MOT certificate or by contacting the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency). It is important to ensure that your vehicle passes its MOT test, as driving without a valid MOT can result in fines and legal consequences. Don't wait until it's too late – use our online tool or other resources to find out when your MOT is due and take the necessary steps to get your car tested and certified.
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You can check the MOT expiration date held by the DVLA by entering your vehicle's registration number into our online tool. We also offer free email reminders to help you avoid missing your MOT renewal date.
You can check the validity of your car's MOT by using our online tool and entering the vehicle's registration number. This will provide you with the expiration date of the current MOT. You can also check the expiration date on your current MOT certificate or contact the DVLA for information.
The MOT data is usually updated by the DVLA within 5 days. If it has been longer than 5 days since you had your vehicle's MOT test and the information has not been updated, you may need to contact the DVLA for assistance.
If a vehicle is being used on the road, it is required to have a valid MOT. The DVLA is unable to take direct action in this situation, so you should report the vehicle to the police instead. To do so, you should contact your local police and provide them with the vehicle's registration number, make, model, color, and location.
No, it is not permitted to use a vehicle on a public road without a valid MOT and tax. If you fail to meet these requirements, you may be fined or have your vehicle seized. Using our reg check service to verify the information held by the DVLA can help you avoid these penalties.
An MOT is only necessary if the vehicle is used on public roads. However, you still need to notify the DVLA if your car is not being driven on public roads. You can use the DVLA's online service to register your vehicle as being off the road.
Our service allows you to easily find out when your MOT is due. Simply enter your vehicle's registration number to get the expiration date.
In addition to the MOT expiration date, our report includes details of all past MOT tests completed on the vehicle, such as the test date, result, and odometer reading. Use our tool to stay on top of your vehicle's MOT status and avoid missing the renewal date.
If you want to keep the same renewal date when renewing your MOT, you can bring your vehicle in for testing one month before the current expiration date (minus a day). For example, if your MOT expires on July 20th, you can have your vehicle tested starting on June 21th.
If your vehicle fails the MOT test, you are not allowed to drive it except for taking it to a repair shop or to a pre-arranged MOT test.
