Following news that Transport Secretary Philip Hammond supports a change in MOT frequency, independent consumer body Which? has weighed into the debate, along with further lobbying efforts from IAAF. Philip Hammond MP’s view is that newer cars are a lot safer than when MOT were introduced 50 years ago. For its part Which? says “the financial savings for drivers won’t be great, and the safety implications overweigh the slight reduction in annual motoring costs.” Furthermore, countering the economic arguments, Which? reported that it believes “the extension of time between MoT tests will have serious safety implications, and will mean more unroadworthy cars on UK roads than ever before.”.. Please login below.

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