Vehicles fail their MOT test for a variety of reasons but data suggests these are the leading problems behind why motorists cannot get a new pass certificate.
A number of new rules could soon be implemented across motoring in the near future, which could massively affect how drivers maintain their cars, refuel and deal with the 2030 petrol and diesel sales ban.
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An update to the MOT inspection manual now means classic car owners who have had LED bulbs fitted to their vehicles will fail their test. The new clarification will apply to modern classic vehicles and those who still opt to get their car checked despite already being exempt as a historic vehicle.
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“It is encouraging to see that the majority estimate that MOT volumes will hold up during the peak months, but there is equally an element of concern that demand may also be lower than March and September last year.
“There will also undoubtedly be more challenging periods for businesses in between, such as in April and May, due to the knock-on effect of motorists using the government’s six-month MOT extension introduced in response to the pandemic.”
The Motor Ombudsman report found no clear consensus on the average miles consumers could have picked up since their last MOT test.