Can you get a fake MOT certificate?

Possibly the worse of the MOT frauds is the issuing of fake ‘certificates’. In reality since the system changed (in 2011) you no longer receive a real certificate from the testing station. What you get is a piece of paper (a VT20 or VT30) that you can supposedly use as proof that the MOT has been done.

Can I view my MOT certificate online?

Anyone buying a car can check the MOT and tax status online, as all you need to do so is the registration number. If you have lost the certificate which you were handed at the time of the test, then you may decide not to bother getting a copy printed at all.

How do you get a MOT certificate?

You can also ask for a replacement certificate in person from any MOT centre. It does not have to be the centre that did the original MOT. You’ll need to bring the vehicle registration (number plate) and log book (V5C) reference number. The centre can charge you up to £10.

Can an MOT tester test their own vehicle?

There is nothing wrong with a Nominated Tester testing his own vehicle. In fact, you’ll find that most NT’s are more stringent when testing their own vehicles than they may be with a customer’s vehicle.

What happens if you get caught with a dodgy MOT?

When the DVSA receives a report it will review the information provided, investigate and, if fraud is found to have been committed, the garage or tester could be fined, banned from carrying out MoTs or even jailed depending on the seriousness of the offence.

Do you need the old MOT certificate to get your new one?

Accidents happen, so if you have lost or damaged your current MOT paper certificate, it can be replaced. A replacement is available at any MOT centre, and you’ll need to provide the original MOT test number, or the V5C document reference number (which can be found on your V5C certificate).

Can you get copies of old MOT certificates?

Yes, you can ask any official MOT centre to print a duplicate certificate for your vehicle. It doesn’t have to be the same centre that did the original test. They will ask for the vehicle’s reg number and the 11-digit number on the V5C.

How long is an MOT certificate usually valid for?

one year
An MOT certificate is usually valid for one year from the date of your last MOT test. This date will be printed on the certificate, or available to find online. However, you are able to have your certificate renewed up to a month (minus a day) before it runs out whilst retaining the same renewal date.

What is a VT20 MOT?

As of 18 November 2012, MOT certificates – VT20s – show the mileage of the vehicle for the last three VT20 certificates issued, along with the mileage for the current test.

Do you still get MOT certificate 2020?

Are MOT test certificates still issued? Yes, MOT test certificates are still issued by the test centre.