Over a million vehicles have failed MOT tests since the introduction of new test criteria by the DVSA in May, 2018.
Car MoT failure rates have fallen (rather than risen) since new, more stringent rules came into force on May 20, 2018.
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) MOT Tester training courses are now more widely available to aftersales providers thanks to a development of the scheme delivered in partnership with Progress Recruitment Solutions.
The NFDA and the IGA have said they strongly oppose today’s report from The Adam Smith Institute recommending the abolishment of the MoT test.
Severe penalties for vehicles ruled unsafe by the new MOT regime may create upsell opportunities for franchised dealers
Outdated legislation which exempts electric vans from the need for MOT tests needs to change, according to operators.
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has been announced as a finalist for the FAB Awards, in the 'innovation of the year' category for its MoT products.
Nearly one-in-five UK motorists admit to driving their car despite knowing it needs repairs because they can’t afford the bill, according to research carried out by motoreasy.
Motorists will have to be more vigilant when it comes to the maintenance of their cars to avoid proposed MoT rules becoming a threat to public safety, according to BookMyGarage.
The Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI) plans to replicate the success of its Midlands training centre with the creation of two more as it looks to increase MOT training provision for garages.
MOT testers and managers will be able to take a new qualification which aims to achieve new professional standards and improve the skills operating within the industry.
Female empowerment, digital test drive experiences and a move towards marketing a wider range of mobility solutions will all be part of the retailers remit by the middle of the next decade.
The RMI Academy of Automotive Skills was officially opened today as the industry geared up for a new “professional standard” for the role of MOT tester.
The Scottish Motor Trade Association has partnered with the Institute of the Motor Industry to support its members annual continued professional development (CPD) and assessment requirements.
The Retail Motor Industry Federation and Scottish Motor Trade Association will survey their members and the motor industry to assess the impact of the Government’s latest changes to road tax on the annual MOT test.
The Retail Motor Industry Federation and Scottish Motor Trade Association have met with ministers to present a case against extending the MOT test for new cars.
The way MOT testers are being trained is changing, with the role soon to become a National Occupational Standard (NOS).
The National Franchised Dealers Association has raised the cost of FCA compliance, an extended MOT testing period and the BIK diesel surcharge with the HM Treasury.
Three training providers are preparing to pilot a new DVSA qualification for all MOT managers and testers from April 2016, as part of a three-phased approach involving around 500 people.
As many as six in 10 motorists (59%) claim to worry about hidden costs when booking their car into a garage for an MoT, service or repair.
