Government orders MOT review

The government is considering reducing the frequency of MOT tests after recognising that car technology has evolved significantly since the tests were introduced.

In a move designed to ease the cost of motoring, transport secretary Philip Hammond stated that for a brand new vehicle, the inspection may not be required until it is four years old.

Under the proposals, MOTS will be carried out every two years rather than annually, with discussions set to take place soon.

Mr Hammond said that it is right to review the situation considering the test was introduced more than half a century ago.

"Car technology has come a long way since the 1960s when our MOT regime was introduced. That's why we think it's right to look again to check whether we still have the right balance of MOT testing for modern vehicles," he added.

Elsewhere, the majority of police forces in England and Wales have signed up to a new scheme which will see drivers caught doing up to 86mph avoid penalty points on their licence provided they take a speed awareness course.
 

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