VOSA online MOT checker

[Cupramax]

Weird question, ive just inherited a car which I know the MOT expires around this date. ive just logged on to the GOV.UK/VOSA site to check when exactly, but I only have the V5 and numberplate, no previous MOTs.

When i enter the Reg number and V5 reference it comes back with the 2011/12 MOT dates but says there are later tests under a more recent DVLA reference??? WTF is that all about, the car has only ever had one owner so how the hell am i supposed to guess when the MOT is due? Frigging useless as usual anything Gov related.

Anyone got any ideas?

[Cupramax]

Bump... Anyone?

[StevenB]

Has it had a reg. number change or change of address ?

[Cupramax]

Nope, one owner same address since new, original plate.

[williredale]

There are two DVLA sites. One to check the current status of the MOT and one to check the complete history. Have you tried both?

The only other things I can think to suggest are ringing the DVLA (shudder) or taking it to an MOT station or garage and getting them to check.

[Cupramax]

Yeah, thanks, it comes up with the same thing on both sites. Nothing later than the 2011 test.

[StevenB]

Have you got the latest style log book, ie is the one you have the previous style that had to be changed because some where stolen ? It was a while ago they changed them though.

[Cupramax]

Dont know to be honest, its a 2004 car and a 2004 issue date on the V5.

[Cupramax]

This type...

[sunnydude959]

Sounds like you might have to ring up DVLA. I'm sure they'll shine some light on the situation.

[lbc]

If you only have the V5C it does not show the current valid MOT.

Just tried it with one of my cars.

There is a message at the bottom saying you need a newer document reference to get the current MOT status.

[williredale]

Have you not applied for a new V5 in your name?

[Cupramax]

williredale said:

Have you not applied for a new V5 in your name?

Ive had slightly more pressing things like a funeral to arrange...

[StevenB]

Thats the old style doc. that will be why you have a problem, the new style are red at the top.

Edited by StevenB on Tuesday 5th November 21:15

[williredale]

Cupramax said:

Ive had slightly more pressing things like a funeral to arrange...

Ah, sorry.

[Cupramax]

No probs, thanks all for the help chaps...