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...
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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...
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...
The DVSA has issued a call for MOT testers across the UK to complete their annual training and assessment ahead of the 31 March deadline...
Concerns over the growing brightness of vehicle headlights have prompted the UK government to review current lighting standards amid rising reports from drivers who say...
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...
For the first time since 2010, the DVSA is consulting on raising the maximum service charges that authorised testing facilities (ATFs) for Class 7 vehicles...
The DVSA has stepped up its fight against MOT fraud, with prosecutions for serious malpractice reaching record levels. In 2024–25, 32 successful prosecutions were recorded,...
