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What do I need for my first MOT?
If this is your car’s first MOT, you’ll find yourself wondering, what documents do I need for my MOT in 2022? You’ll need to take your VC5 – that’s your vehicle logbook, which you’ll also need if your car has a new registration number. Otherwise, you don’t need any documents – just the car itself.
How long can I drive my car after MOT expires?
If your MOT has expired, you can only drive it directly to a garage for an MOT retest or a repair. If you’re stopped on the way by police, you must be able to prove that you have an appointment booked at a garage.
Can speed cameras check MOT?
The overwhelming majority of UK motorists support the use of safety camera technology to check for insurance, MOT and road tax offences.
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Whats the penalty for no MOT?
If the police stop you and you don’t have a valid MOT, you can be given a £1,000 fine. If the vehicle’s condition is dangerous, you can receive an unlimited fine if you’re driving a van or £2,500 if you’re driving a car.
Is your MOT valid on the day it expires?
Hi Emily, the MOT is valid up to midnight on the expiry date.
What happens if I forgot to MOT my car?
Anyone caught driving a vehicle on a public road without a valid MOT can get £100 on-the-spot fine or up to £1000. It could also invalidate your insurance in the event of an accident. A late MOT is not something you can ignore as, contrary to popular belief, there is no grace period for an MOT test.
What do I do if my MOT has expired?
If your MOT has expired then you need to get the car booked in for a fresh test and not drive it until the test has been completed. Remember that you are allowed to drive the car to a pre-booked test appointment.
Can I extend my MOT?
Some motorists may be under the impression that there is a period of grace regarding renewing a lapsed MOT, but this is sadly not the case. The only exception to this is if you already have a booking for the vehicle to be tested and are driving it to the MOT test centre. An MOT must be renewed before it expires.
How much does an MOT cost 2022?
MOT prices and deals at National
Our standard online 2022 MOT price is just £39.99 – much less than the government maximum of £54.85.
Is MOT due 3 years after registration?
Under current legislation, a new car doesn’t need to have an MOT test until it is 3 years old. You can, by all means, get an MOT test for peace of mind at any time before the car reaches its third birthday – but there’s no legal requirement to do so.
Is my insurance valid without MOT?
So, in most cases your insurance will be invalidated if you drive without an MOT – and that means you’ll be breaking the law twice: firstly, by driving without a valid MOT and secondly, for driving without valid insurance.
Can I park my car outside my house without MOT?
Whilst it’s parked on the public highway without an MOT it could be reported, resulting in you being fined and your car seized. If you are not planning on driving the car for a period of time, you should make a SORN declaration and keep the car on a driveway or private land, as long as it’s not on the public highway.
What happens if someone crashes into me and I have no MOT?
If you are involved in an accident without a valid MOT, you could be liable for all repairs, including those of any other parties involved, as insurers will deem your cover invalid. The MOT database is now completely computerised, and the police can check records almost instantly to catch out illegal motorists.
Can I drive untaxed car to MOT?
If you’re taking your car to a pre-booked MOT test, you can drive your vehicle on a road without it being taxed.
Can the police seize your car for no tax?
An untaxed car could be impounded by the police – leading to an expensive and inconvenient procedure to release your vehicle. If this happens to you, you’ll also need impounded car insurance to help regain access to your car.
Can I drive my car as soon as I tax it online?
Can I drive my vehicle if it is untaxed? It is illegal to drive an untaxed vehicle unless you are driving to a pre-booked MOT test. You must tax your vehicle using the DVLA online service, even if it is free to tax.
Can I drive my car to garage without MOT and tax?
You can’t drive your vehicle on the road if the MOT’s expired. You could be prosecuted if caught. The only exception is if you’ve already booked an MOT and are driving your vehicle to the test centre.”
Is there any leeway with MOT dates?
Earliest date you can get an MOT
An MOT lasts for a year. The date it runs out is printed on your current MOT pass certificate. You can be fined up to £1,000 for driving a vehicle without a valid MOT. You can get an MOT up to a month (minus a day) before it runs out and keep the same renewal date.
Can you drive with a failed MOT 2022?
It’s illegal to drive without a valid MOT. If your car has failed, and the date on your certificate has passed, you can only drive your car to be repaired or to a pre-arranged MOT appointment, and only if it is roadworthy.