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  1. Contrary to popular belief, there is no grace period when it comes to MOTs in the UK. This means that the expiry date is the expiry date and it is illegal to drive your car on a public road after this date without getting a new MOT certificate. In this article, we’ll explore the grace period for MOTs in more detail, as well as discussing ...

  2. Check the MOT status of a vehicle. Find out if a vehicle has an MOT certificate and when it runs out. You’ll need the vehicle’s registration number (number plate).

  3. The first MOT test is due no later than 3 years from the registration date. If your car was imported and you don't know the registration date, you'll have to add on 3 years from the manufacturer date.

  4. An MOT can be carried out up to one month, minus a day, prior to the expiry date of your existing MOT certificate, whilst still preserving the anniversary of the expiry date. For example: If you have your test carried out a month before the due date, your MOT is effectively valid for 13 months.

  5. Just like a car, on most of the UK's inland waterways, a boat needs to be licensed, insured and have the boat-equivalent of a MOT - valid BSS certification - before it can cruise, or in some circumstances moor. Check with your navigation or harbour authority if this applies to your waterway, harbour or marina.

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  7. You’ll need to an MOT test done every year, so the simplest way to find your MOT date is to check your old certificate or use our MOT tool. If your MOT is carried out 28 days before your due date, you will retain the date for next year.