A DVSA change to MOT tests kicks in from TODAY - affecting motorists. From 9 January 2026, the DVSA will apply tougher role restrictions for MOT testers and Authorised Examiner Principals (AEPs).

The DVSA is implementing a significant new two-year rule from January 9. The motoring authority is overhauling MOT regulations, introducing restrictions that prevent testers and authorised examiner ...

Changes to MOT regulations have been announced for 2026, with the DVSA setting out fresh requirements for testing centres. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will implement new regulations ...

12:13, Fri, Dec 26, 2025 Updated: 12:16, Fri, Dec 26, 2025 The DVSA has confirmed new MOT test changes will come into effect within days of the New Year in a bid to protect road users. Under the new ...

07:52, Fri, Sep 26, 2025 Updated: 13:30, Fri, Sep 26, 2025 The DVSA could be set to introduce massive changes to MOT tests with updates to one key rule for the first time in 15 years. DVSA chiefs have ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. -Credit:Reach Publishing Services Limited (Reach Publishing Services Limited) The DVSA is implementing a significant new two-year ...