Back in April 2011 we blogged about how the Government were looking into changing the frequency of the MOT requirement to every 2 years. However it has now been announced that the Government are abandoning this idea and annual MOT tests will continue as normal.
The idea of reducing MOT frequency was first suggested by the then Transport Secretary Philip Hammond.
But his idea has now been overturned by his successor, Justine Greening.
In a written statement to MPs she said: “The government will work with industry, motoring organisations and consumer groups to focus on the reliability and standards of garages.”
She adds: “Our garages are crucial to ensuring that Britain’s roads continue to be among the safest in the world. Most are doing good work but the latest data shows that there is room for improvement.
“I want each motorist to be confident that a visit to the garage ends with their car repaired to a high standard by reputable mechanics rather than uncertainty about cost and the quality of service.”
Stephen Glaister, of the RAC Foundation, said: “Drivers will be shocked at how many defects go undetected. We are pleased ministers have decided both to retain the current frequency of the tests and turn a spotlight on those garages not coming up to standard. Drivers are paying good money for MOTs and have a right to expect accuracy and value for money in return.”
About 30m MOT tests are conducted at 21,000 test centres in Britain each year.
Feb, 02, 2012