When to get an MOT
The main purpose of the MOT test is to check the general condition and safety features of the vehicle.
Frequency
The frequency for each vehicle is detailed below.
Mopeds
| 1st registered Less than 3 years ago Over 3 years ago |
Frequency Exempt 2 years |
Private motorcycles, quadricycles and quad bikes
| 1st registered Less than 4 years ago Over 4 years ago |
Frequency Exempt 2 years |
Private cars
| 1st registered Less than 4 years ago Between 4 and 10 years ago Over 10 years ago |
Frequency Exempt 2 years 1 year |
Light vehicles
(Lorries and multi-purpose vehicles up to 3,500 kg and light commercial vehicles)
| 1st registered Less than 2 years ago Between 2 and 6 years ago Between 6 and 10 years ago Over 10 years ago |
Frequency Exempt 2 years 1 year 6 months |
Heavy vehicles
(Lorries and multi-purpose vehicles above 3,500 kg and trailers)
| 1st registered Less than 10 years ago Over 10 years ago |
Frequency 1 year 6 months |
Buses
| 1st registered Less than 5 years ago Over 5 years ago |
Frequency 1 year 6 months |
