Motorists won't have to get an MOT for six months because of coronavirus
Motorists will have one less thing to worry about from Monday.
Because of Covid-19, the UK Government will introduce a six-month exception to MOTs for drivers of vans, cars and motorcycles from March 30.
Your vehicle must still be kept in a roadworthy condition, however, and you could be prosecuted if it's deemed unsafe. Garages will remain open throughout so repair work can be done.
MOTs which are due before that date should still be tested, although the Department for Transport are working to ensure that anyone who is self isolating won't be penalised.
It's also worth remembering that, even with a fully working vehicle, only essential journeys should be made.
What else is going on?
MOT tests have also been suspended for lorries, buses and trailers, for up to three rather than six months.Driving tests have been put on hold for three months for most people on the mainland in the UK, with full details on the gov.uk website.
What the Government said:
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said:“We must ensure those on the frontline of helping the nation combat COVID 19 are able to do so.
“Allowing this temporary exemption from vehicle testing will enable vital services such as deliveries to continue, frontline workers to get to work, and people get essential food and medicine.
“Safety is key, which is why garages will remain open for essential repair work.”
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