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At Tyres Northampton, we perform MOT tests and issue certificates from our fully equipped vehicle maintenance and repair centre. But the name of the test required to prove a vehicle’s roadworthiness actually stands for the Ministry of Transport. The test was originally introduced in 1960 when that was the name of what is now known as the Department for Transport.
An MOT test is performed annually on vehicles that are more than three years old. The certificate issued after a successful test is proof that the vehicle is safe — for the driver, their passengers, other road users and pedestrians.
At Tyres Northampton, we recommend booking your MOT and service at the same time because you’re less likely to forget either of them. In addition, you’ll be able to minimise the time your vehicle spends in the garage. Fortunately, there are often discounts available for people who book an MOT in Northampton with a full service.
You can book your next MOT test at Tyres Northampton, which is a fully accredited MOT testing centre.
Yes, you can wait in our comfortable service centre, where you’ll be treated to tea and coffee. However, if your test uncovers a problem with your vehicle, there may have to wait longer than expected while our technicians rectify it.
The easiest way to check when your vehicle’s next MOT test is due is to refer to your old certificate. If you’re not sure, you can use the facility on the DVLA website by entering your registration. If you’ve used Tyres Northampton in the past, we’ll send you a reminder.
The easiest way to check when your vehicle’s next MOT test is due is to refer to your old certificate. If you’re not sure, you can use the facility on the DVLA website by entering your registration. If you’ve used Tyres Northampton in the past, we’ll send you a reminder.
If you instruct Tyres Northampton to perform the necessary work after your vehicle fails its MOT test, there’ll be no charge for retesting.
Driving a vehicle on a public road in the UK without a valid MOT certificate is illegal — unless it’s under three years old or the driver is en route to a pre-arranged MOT test appointment. There’s a good chance that the driver’s motor insurance will be invalidated.
If you instruct Tyres Northampton to perform the necessary work after your vehicle fails its MOT test, there’ll be no charge for retesting.
MOT certificates are valid for a year after the date of the test.
No, you must have a valid MOT certificate to purchase vehicle tax. If you try to tax a car on the DVLA website without a certificate, you simply won’t be able to proceed.
If you’re pulled over by the police without an MOT certificate, there’s a chance the officer will seize your car until you book an MOT test. You’ll probably have to pay a fine and costs in order to secure the release of your vehicle
