by West End Service Station | Dec 22, 2023 | News
A MOT (Ministry of Transportation) test is a mandatory annual inspection of a vehicle’s roadworthiness in the UK. Both motorcycles and cars require MOT tests, but there are some key differences between the two. Let’s explore these differences: Test...
by West End Service Station | Oct 27, 2023 | News
When it comes to getting your vehicle through its annual MOT (Ministry of Transport) test, it’s important to be aware of the potential reasons for failure. The MOT test is a legal requirement in many countries and is designed to ensure that vehicles are safe and...
by West End Service Station | Jun 3, 2023 | News
Approximately ten percent of cars passed their MOTs last year should have failed, according to new research. According to data from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency’s (DVSA) MOT Compliance Survey for 2021 and 2022, 10.1 percent of cars passed by MOT...
by West End Service Station | Apr 7, 2023 | News
Road safety experts are warning drivers of the consequences they face if they skip their MOT or car maintenance checks. The Government launched a consultation in January on the future of MOT tests, looking at the feasibility of delaying new car safety checks. It was...
by West End Service Station | Mar 10, 2023 | News
According to a recent report by IMI/Garage Industry Trends, tyre safety appears to be the biggest concern in relation to the proposed MOT test extension plans by the government. The report shows that EV tyres tend to experience more wear than traditional fuel...