Practical, straightforward MOT guidance from the DB Autos team — covering test prices, common failures, advisories, retests and more. Have a specific question? Get in touch directly.
MOT prices can vary between test centres in Stoke-on-Trent. Here's exactly what DB Autos charges, and why it's worth checking before you book.
Read More →Most MOT failures come down to a fairly predictable list of issues. Here are the ten most common reasons cars fail their MOT.
Read More →A handful of simple checks before your MOT can catch common fail points early and save you a wasted test or a second visit.
Read More →Not sure which MOT class your vehicle needs? Here's the difference between a Class 4 and Class 7 MOT test.
Read More →Whether you can legally drive away after a failed MOT depends on your current certificate and the type of defects found. Here's how it works.
Read More →A pass with advisories isn't a fail, but it isn't nothing either. Here's what MOT advisories actually mean and why they're worth acting on.
Read More →Booking too early can affect your renewal date. Here's how the early-test rule works and how to time your MOT correctly.
Read More →MOTs and services often get booked together, but they check very different things. Here's how they differ and why your car usually needs both.
Read More →A full breakdown of what an MOT actually inspects, from brakes and tyres to lighting, structure and emissions.
Read More →Letting your MOT lapse has legal and practical consequences. Here's what actually happens, and how to sort it out quickly.
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