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All - MOT Gov Update 26 Mar 2020 (Forum)
MOT update from Gov. Page includes a link to MOTs due 29 March and earlier. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-mots-for-cars-vans-and-motorcycles-due-from-30-march-2020 -
Driving back into UK with camper van on SORN 6 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have been in france for the past five years, stuck here with camper van and drunk violent partner. Unable to drive van as too big for me to drive. Partner... -
Sold a car with no MOT 23 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
It seems that I have been taken for a ride. I bought a car off the internet with the advert stating it had a new MOT. I spoke to the guy, who said the... -
Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - Price for a van please? 29 Apr 2008 (Forum)
Mrs O has to sell one of these in her professional capacity, and is after a Black Book price for trade and private sale. Parker's and the like don't seem to have the exact model. Vauxhall Astra Envoy car-derived van (same as the estate, but without the windows) 1.6 petrol, first reg 1 July 2002, MOT until July this year, 23k miles at last MOT (and hasn't done much since). It has an old style V5. Would a private sale of a van incur VAT? -
MOT extensions ceasing after 31 July 30 Jun 2020 (Forum)
The automatic MOT extensions are coming to an end on 31 July. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-mots-for-cars-vans-and-motorcycles-due-from-30-march-2020 -
I bought an ex-police riot van but have found it is not registered - what do I do? 4 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I bought an ex-police riot van last year which had an MoT at the time of purchase. Now I find I cannot MoT it as it is not registered. The dealership taxed... -
Renault - damage to me van 3 May 2008 (Forum)
On the 29th of last month I took my Renault trafic (based) 2.5 diesel motorhome to local garage for MOT in the process they damaged it -to which they admitted liability- however they subsequently failed van on emissions and brake stop light. I left it to be seen to, but although I got MOT certificate-they wont give me the bill until I GET ESTIMATE for repair- my friends tell me that this maybe because they (garage) want to load my bill up- what are my options...any advise please. thanx -
Would you recommend buying a Hyundai iLoad? 31 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
Would you recommend buying a Hyundai iLoad? -
What do you think of the 2012 Nissan Navara? 3 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
Are 2012 Nissan Navara any good? -
Removing rear seats from my Citroen Berlingo Multispace - will this make a difference to MoT? 26 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
My 2005 Citroen Berlingo Multispace's sliding side doors won't open from the outside (or with central locking) but unlocks OK from the inside when necessary.... -
How can I find a council-run MoT test centre? 12 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
I read a few years back that you could have your car MoT tested at a council-run testing centre. Is that still the case? How would I find my local council... -
Can we drive our van without tax or insurance when we sell it? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My fiancee has a van which he wants to sell through “we buy any van”. He just wants rid of it so just wants a quick, no hassle sale. My question is whether... -
Is the MOT extension only applicable to people vulnerable or self-isolating? 3 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have heard conflicting information on MOTs in that the six-month exemption only applies to those people with Coronavirus or those self-isolating. I am... -
Is the MoT extension only for those suffering from coronavirus? 26 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
Some clarification is required on the MoT exceptions. Is it that only those that are suffering from the virus may take advantage of the MoT extension.... -
Bought a van that's been resprayed - why? 2 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have bought a white second hand Ford Connect - however the new MOT provided by the dealer states blue, and on inspection it has obviously been resprayed.... -
Can I tax my vehicle without a valid MoT? 11 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
Can I tax my car with no MoT due to lockdown? -
Does a campervan registered in 1978 need an MoT? 3 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
Does a campervan registered in 1978 need an MoT? -
quick mot question - split rear wiper 17 May 2007 (Forum)
ive got my vans mot next week and need to know if a split rear wiper blade will fail? next question , if it does can i remove the whole wiper arm because the rear windows are blanked off? thanks -
Ford Transit - MK7 folding seats and MOT 24 Jan 2019 (Forum)
If option B, would I have any kind of problems in the MOT if I presented the van without the rear seats nor the brackets? Thank you very much. PD: Find enclosed picture of the floor brackets if that makes any difference. https://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q710/GusGuts/DSCF5268_zpsfc61ba73.jpg~original -
Renault Trafic Rear Brakes and MOT 19 Apr 2003 (Forum)
Can anyone please help me? I have a problem getting my trafic van through an MOT at the moment. I am really desperate because I need this van to move materials and tools away from my property I have nearly finished and into my garage. The previous MOT has expired.

