MoT tests in Northern Ireland were first suspended by the Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) in January 2020 due to safety concerns about equipment being used during the tests. Cracks were found in 52 of 55 lifts being used at testing sites.

Are mots suspended in Northern Ireland?

MoT tests in Northern Ireland were first suspended by the Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) in January 2020 due to safety concerns about equipment being used during the tests. Cracks were found in 52 of 55 lifts being used at testing sites.

Can you drive your car if MOT is booked Northern Ireland?

The government says that it is “generally an offence” to drive without an MOT certificate except in three circumstances: You are driving it to the test centre for a test you have already booked. It fails its MOT test and you are driving it away from the test centre to somewhere it can be fixed.

Can I drive my car while waiting for MOT?

The simple answer is, no, it’s illegal to drive without an MOT. If your vehicle is more than three years old, you can’t drive without an MOT unless you are driving to a pre-booked test at an authorised test centre. If you’re hoping to use this as an excuse and you’re caught on the way to work, be warned.

What documents do you need for MOT in Northern Ireland?

Documents to bring to the test

  • Vehicle registration document V5C(NI)
  • Appointment letter.
  • Any current Certificate or Notice of Refusal for all cars, motorcycles, light goods vehicles and heavy goods vehicles.

Do you get a 2021 MOT certificate?

Are MOT certificates still issued? Yes, MOT certificates should still be issued by your test garage. This is in order to keep a record of your vehicle’s history. A copy is also held by the DVSA.

How long have I got to get my MOT done?

You must get your vehicles first MOT test done on the third anniversary of its registration and every year after that. So if you bought a brand new vehicle on 1st March 2019 its first MOT would be due 1st March 2022. The next MOT would be 1st March 2023, and every year thereafter.

Is there an MOT backlog in Northern Ireland?

MOT centres across Northern Ireland are continuing to suffer from backlogs because testing has been suspended several times in the past two years. Drivers are continuing to face significantly long waits when they are trying to book their MOT and many MOT certificates have expired during this time.

Is a Northern Ireland MOT certificate valid in England?

Northern Ireland is part of the British Isles, just like Wales, and Scotland. the N.I mot is equaly as valid on the mainland as it is over here, so yes should be a answer. the mot slip itself should have vehicle test certificate wrote in bold across the top.

Can the police tell if your MOT has expired?

According to the police, there are over 11,000 automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras across the UK, which check over 50 million records every single day. These cameras and police out on the road can automatically see whether your car has a valid MOT.

How long does an MOT test take in Northern Ireland?

between 45 and 60 minutes
An average MOT test takes between 45 and 60 minutes, but there are a couple of other things to take into consideration. First, if your vehicle fails the test and repairs are needed this will take longer.

Can I see my MOT certificate online?

The new service launched this month allows vehicle owners to view and save their MOT certificate as a PDF, and print a copy if they need one. The service is available at http://www.gov.uk/replace-mot-certificate.