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The Motor Ombudsman urges drivers to book MoT tests in good time

1st August 2024

'Book your car's MoT test in advance' is the message from The Motor Ombudsman this summer... They tell us: (Photograph and all words from The Motor Ombudsman). The Motor Ombudsman is urging motorists not to leave booking their vehicle’s MOT until the last minute before hitting the road for their summer vacation Motorists are able to arrange the legally-required annual … [Read more...]

Tyresafe welcomes government decision to keep MoT tests annual

25th January 2024

Tyresafe supports the government's decision to retain the current MoT test intervals... (Kim adds... "This news about the current annual test being continued has also been welcomed by the RAC and many other organisations concerned about the potential safety implications of extending the time between MoT tests"). Tyresafe tells us: (All words and image from Tyresafe). Potential safety … [Read more...]

The Motor Ombudsman forecasts a busy time ahead for MoT bookings

17th August 2021

The Motor Ombudsman is expecting increased use of its online Garage Finder system as MoT bookings rise towards the autumn... With nearly 1.3 million more MOTs set to expire in September and October than what would ordinarily be seen during these two months (pre-pandemic), The Motor Ombudsman is expecting a significant rise in searches on its online Garage Finder, as motorists … [Read more...]

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