RE: MOTs given automatic six-month extension
Discussion
rossub said:
It’s not my main car, so I’ve sorned it due to us not actually being able to drive anywhere interesting. Hoping to tax again when we’re let off the leash.
I do think the government has an ulterior motive in relation to the MOT extension. If they hadn't extended the MOTs, loads of people would have SORNd vehicles meaning a dip in revenue from Road Tax (yes, that what it's called on the reminder). So, by extending MOTs, more people will tax their cars who otherwise may not have.Considering the many 100s of billions of pounds in debt that will be in the system for years, I doubt a bit of VED lost revenue was really considered. I'my cynical a lot too, but that's a bit too much! I think it really was a measure to keep key workers mobile.
They're losing waaaay more in lost duty and VAT from drivers not buying any fuel.
They're losing waaaay more in lost duty and VAT from drivers not buying any fuel.
Use of cars should be limited now. However, critical workers will still need their cars to get to work and make deliveries that are helping to keep the country going. However, contact should be minimised to reduce spread of COVID-19, so it has been decided that extending MOT due dates for a period, is sensible to minimise travel and contact, and to keep people who need to move, moving.
Some garages are also closing as people become ill or go into self-isolation – or as other parts of businesses (such as car sales) shut down. Getting an MOT may become increasingly hard.
What are the changes?
Vehicles that have MOTs due from 30/3, will have their date moved 6 months forward – so tests due on 30 March 2020 will become due on 30 September 2020, and so on.
How will it work?
DVSA will start moving MOT expiry dates automatically in the MOT system from 30/3. This will initially be done in a few batches, so that after a few days they are working 7 days ahead. That will mean, say, that every Tuesday – the following Tuesday's tests are moved 6 months ahead.
Some types of test – such as vehicles coming up for their first test and some specialist vehicles may take a little longer – but this should be all automatic.
The new 'due date' will appear in the MOT History Service when it is amended – that will enable customers to check it has been done and they can legally use the car for getting to work as a critical worker, or getting necessary shopping.
Why is it starting on 30 March and not before?
Legal changes need to be made to allow this. They take time to get formally agreed, to ensure sufficient rigour goes into getting them right.
Can I still do MOTs?
Yes, only cars with MOT due dates on or beyond the 30/3 will benefit from this exemption. Cars with due dates prior to that will still require or need an MOT to be legally used - whether that MOT happens before or after the 30/3.
Some customers may still wish to have MOTs beyond the 30/3, even if their car is exempt – and you can do this.
Some garages are also closing as people become ill or go into self-isolation – or as other parts of businesses (such as car sales) shut down. Getting an MOT may become increasingly hard.
What are the changes?
Vehicles that have MOTs due from 30/3, will have their date moved 6 months forward – so tests due on 30 March 2020 will become due on 30 September 2020, and so on.
- How long will this continue? *
How will it work?
DVSA will start moving MOT expiry dates automatically in the MOT system from 30/3. This will initially be done in a few batches, so that after a few days they are working 7 days ahead. That will mean, say, that every Tuesday – the following Tuesday's tests are moved 6 months ahead.
Some types of test – such as vehicles coming up for their first test and some specialist vehicles may take a little longer – but this should be all automatic.
The new 'due date' will appear in the MOT History Service when it is amended – that will enable customers to check it has been done and they can legally use the car for getting to work as a critical worker, or getting necessary shopping.
Why is it starting on 30 March and not before?
Legal changes need to be made to allow this. They take time to get formally agreed, to ensure sufficient rigour goes into getting them right.
Can I still do MOTs?
Yes, only cars with MOT due dates on or beyond the 30/3 will benefit from this exemption. Cars with due dates prior to that will still require or need an MOT to be legally used - whether that MOT happens before or after the 30/3.
Some customers may still wish to have MOTs beyond the 30/3, even if their car is exempt – and you can do this.
Jesus, it's been the same since it was announced, on 25th March:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-m...
And in this release from the same day, it states;
"The new law will be introduced on 30 March when it will come into immediate effect for 12 months."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52036333
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-m...
And in this release from the same day, it states;
"The new law will be introduced on 30 March when it will come into immediate effect for 12 months."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52036333
V8fan said:
Jesus, it's been the same since it was announced, on 25th March:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-m...
And in this release from the same day, it states;
"The new law will be introduced on 30 March when it will come into immediate effect for 12 months."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52036333
I was meaning when they'd be adjusting the dates on the extensions.https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-m...
And in this release from the same day, it states;
"The new law will be introduced on 30 March when it will come into immediate effect for 12 months."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52036333
Mine is due on the 6th April. Failed an MOT last week on upper suspension arms (old Audi A6 multi-link setup) and headlights that won’t adjust upwards as the physical adjusters have seized with age.
Really hope it gets the extension as it buys me time to get a used set of headlights and work on the car myself now that I’m furloughed. Particularly useful when you a buy a good used pair of headlights off eBay but one is broken in transit...
It’s just a bit squeaky bum waiting for the update!
Really hope it gets the extension as it buys me time to get a used set of headlights and work on the car myself now that I’m furloughed. Particularly useful when you a buy a good used pair of headlights off eBay but one is broken in transit...
It’s just a bit squeaky bum waiting for the update!
Mine is due on April 12th. Always take it in for MOT 30 days prior. Failed on broken NSF spring and OS anti-roll bar bush. Had them sorted and car passed MOT last week. Very happy that I will not be driving around for the next six months with those issues affecting my vehicle, unbeknown to me.
According to the gov website:
Gov Website said:
Your MOT expiry date will usually be updated on the day your MOT is due to expire. However, it might be done up to a few days before.
You can check your MOT history to see when your MOT expiry date has been extended. Keep checking back if your new expiry date is not showing yet.
Mine expires on 3rd April and they haven't updated it. Not sure why it's taking so long, are they doing it manually?? I wouldn't worry about it, it's all over the media should a police officer be interested in the matter.You can check your MOT history to see when your MOT expiry date has been extended. Keep checking back if your new expiry date is not showing yet.
manracer said:
DuraAce said:
The due date will be updated approx 7 days before expiry.
Plenty of time. No need to worry.
My sons car expires tomorrow (1st April), its not been updated yet.Plenty of time. No need to worry.
One of mine expires in a few weeks but if my journey was 'absolutely necessary' then I wouldn't hesitate to use my car if the mot has expired.
The MOT on my Yaris runs from 01/03 so every year I have to start thinking about on 01/02. Not my favourite time of the year to be mucking about underneath a car. This will not change with the extensions.
My MR2 is due 01/07 so will be extended, potentially to 01/01, leaving me to prepare the car from 01/12. I think I’ll be getting it tested as soon as I can, hopefully before 01/10.
My MR2 is due 01/07 so will be extended, potentially to 01/01, leaving me to prepare the car from 01/12. I think I’ll be getting it tested as soon as I can, hopefully before 01/10.
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