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    Hundreds of MOT authorisations withdrawn

    DVSA figures have shown more than 400 MOT authorisations have been withdrawn during 2025/26, highlighting ...

    DVSA figures have shown more than 400 MOT authorisations have been withdrawn during 2025/26, highlighting the importance of giving MOT management sufficient focus within increasingly busy workshops, a ...

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    Garages urged to capitalise on MOT surge

    ClickMechanic has encouraged garage owners and mobile mechanics to maximise on the UK's busiest MOT perio ...

    ClickMechanic has encouraged garage owners and mobile mechanics to maximise on the UK's busiest MOT period, by using its platform to secure additional work during the annual autumn testing surge. With ...

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    IGA calls for MOT fee to rise

    Ahead of its upcoming talks with Government around the MOT fee, the Independent Garage Association will b ...

    Ahead of its upcoming talks with Government around the MOT fee, the Independent Garage Association will be stating the case on behalf of its members that the MOT fee needs to increase significantly. I ...

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    Should the MOT fee cap be increased?

    The DVSA announced a national rollout of MOT test photos, following a successful trial, marking a real st ...

    The DVSA announced a national rollout of MOT test photos, following a successful trial, marking a real step forward for MOT testing. The aim is photos will help stop fraudulent certificates and stop h ...

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    What to stock for MOT season

    Ring Automotive has advised technicians on what to stock in the lead up to MOT season, highlighting produ ...

    Ring Automotive has advised technicians on what to stock in the lead up to MOT season, highlighting product categories that may be forgotten. With MOT season rapidly approaching, Ring advises technici ...

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    Motorists delaying MOT bookings

    According to latest figures released by BookMyGarage, Motorists are increasingly leaving their MOT bookin ...

    According to latest figures released by BookMyGarage, Motorists are increasingly leaving their MOT booking until after the expiry date. A significant proportion are also said to be putting off their M ...

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    OSRAM helps technicians for the MOT season

    OSRAM has reminded technicians not to forget about what they need for themselves this MOT season, as well ...

    OSRAM has reminded technicians not to forget about what they need for themselves this MOT season, as well as what their customers will require. Alongside the essentials needed in the workshop for an M ...

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    MOT testers urged to book CPD before deadline

    LKQ Euro Car Parts has urged MOT testers to complete their annual CPD before the end-of-March deadline, w ...

    LKQ Euro Car Parts has urged MOT testers to complete their annual CPD before the end-of-March deadline, warning missing it could leave workshops unable to test vehicles, losing valuable bookings and r ...

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    Five visible defects costing an MOT pass

    With an estimated 2.5 million MOTs set to take place across the UK in March, drivers are being urged by t ...

    With an estimated 2.5 million MOTs set to take place across the UK in March, drivers are being urged by the Motor Ombudsman to not overlook five defects often simple to spot, and easy to fix before th ...

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    What technicians should focus on this MOT season

    Ring has urged technicians to focus on bulbs and batteries this MOT season, stating it’s vital for techni ...

    Ring has urged technicians to focus on bulbs and batteries this MOT season, stating it’s vital for technicians to think about the ramifications to their customers of a fail or advisories during the te ...

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    BookMyGarage announces record year for partners

    BookMyGarage has revealed independent garages and franchise garages benefitted from a record £134 million ...

    BookMyGarage has revealed independent garages and franchise garages benefitted from a record £134 million of retail work booked via its platform in 2025. The UK’s comparison site for MOTs, servicing ...

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    Minister confirms MOT fee review

    The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has welcomed confirmation from the Department for Transport (DfT ...

    The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has welcomed confirmation from the Department for Transport (DfT) it is reviewing the MOT test fee and will consult with stakeholders later this year. The anno ...

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    Top causes of MOT failures revealed

    LKQ Euro Car Parts has highlighted the top causes of MOT failure to help independent garages prepare for ...

    LKQ Euro Car Parts has highlighted the top causes of MOT failure to help independent garages prepare for increased demand during one of the busiest periods of the year. Industry data from Autotech Rec ...

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