The DVSA will officially increase the mandatory size and lift capacity of authorised jacking beams used in Class 4 MOT Testing Stations from 1 April...
The recent sentencing of two fraudsters involved in a Bristol-based ‘ghost’ MOT scheme has ignited a firestorm of debate across Garage Matters’ social channels. While...
New industry data suggests that over 1.2 million vehicles are currently operating on UK roads without a valid MOT, with financial pressures and generational habits...
The DVSA has sent a stark warning to the minority of rogue testers undermining the industry’s reputation, successfully prosecuting two men for a lucrative “Ghost...
A series of updated DVSA rules will formally come into effect today (9 January 2026), significantly tightening how the MOT scheme is enforced. The changes...
With the festive season approaching, garage owners are urged to check the DVSA’s reduced support schedule. DVSA online services on GOV.UK will remain available throughout...
For years, the aftermarket has focused on creating more inclusive workshop environments and encouraging more women into technical roles. But according to MOT tester Jade...
The number of fraudulent MOT certificates being issued across the UK, often called ‘ghost MOTs’, has surged dramatically over the past year, according to new...
The upcoming Department for Transport (DfT) review of the MOT fee has sparked widespread discussion across the independent garage sector. For many workshops, the current...
