Eager to check your valid MOT certificate? In the UK, driving without an MOT can come with significant financial penalties, so it pays to ensure you know exactly how long an MOT is valid for.
Fortunately, the expert mechanics at ART Garage Crewe can help. Below, we explain when an MOT expires and how you can check whether your MOT certificate is still valid if you’re unsure when it’s due.
What is an MOT and why do I need one?
An MOT (MOT test) is simply an annual test where a series of checks are carried out on a vehicle to determine whether it’s safe to be on the road.
These essential checks ensure the vehicle meets the legal standards, helping to protect those inside the vehicle as well as other road users and pedestrians.
How long is an MOT certificate valid for?
An MOT lasts just one year, so this test should be carried out annually by an MOT test centre. The rules only differ for new cars as these vehicles are considered roadworthy for 36 months after their registration date.
This means the first MOT for a new car will be after three years, and then annually after the first MOT has been carried out. Unsure when your MOT is due? There are two ways that you can check your valid MOT certificate and find out when it expires – by either heading online or examining your current MOT certificate.
To check the MOT status and date of registration of your vehicle online, all you require is the vehicle’s registration number (number plate). If you have an MOT certificate, the date that the vehicle was tested should be clearly stated on this document.
You can keep the same renewal date from the following year if you book an MOT test up to a month (minus a day) before your existing MOT certificate expires.
Contact ART Garage Crewe to book your MOT
If your MOT is due to expire within the next month and your based in Crewe or the surrounding areas, please feel free to get in touch with ART Garage Crewe today.
We offer affordable and comprehensive MOT services to give you peace of mind as our fully qualified team of mechanics fully assess the roadworthiness of your vehicle.
Supported by a fully equipped MOT test centre that’s filled with high-end diagnostic equipment and genuine OEM parts, we’ll ensure your vehicle is running smoothly if the MOT uncovers any issues that require urgent attention.
No matter the make or model of your vehicle, our professional team has years of experience conducting MOTs on cars, vans, and motorcycles, so you can rest assured that your vehicle is in good hands.
To learn more about out MOT services and costs, please don’t hesitate to contact ART Garage Crewe today. You can book your MOT test by either giving us a call on 0127 021 4445 or filling in and submitting our online contact form.
