Auto Repair Focus

22/10/2025

Drivers in the UK have racked up more than £3.5 million in fines across the last year alone for driving without an MOT, new research has revealed.

Analysis of police data by vehicle lease firm Select Car Leasing shows almost 35,000 drivers were caught driving without an MOT last year.

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21/10/2025

The MOT cost cap could rise, with a review expected soon, following a campaign backed by aftermarket associations. The Independent Garage Association has received correspondence acknowledging the vital role independent garages play in ensuring the UK’s roads remain safe from unroadworthy vehicles.

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The Department for Transport (DfT) is to review the MOT cost, and will consult with stakeholders later this year.

18/10/2025

Auctioning off the ‘I love Tim Benson’ pants at .events auction for tonight!

18/10/2025

Video bombed by a rubber chicken on a car… 🤣

Spending today at the .events conference and dinner, with aftermarket supplers, garages, and chickens apparently!

17/10/2025

A new, comprehensive Freedom of Information investigation has revealed the shocking scale of the tyre safety crisis in the UK.

As October is Tyre Safety Month, Point S UK obtained detailed breakdowns of MOT failure data. The findings suggest a national road safety emergency affecting millions of drivers.

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A new, comprehensive Freedom of Information investigation has revealed the shocking scale of the tyre safety crisis in the UK.

16/10/2025

The Department for Transport (DfT) is to review the MOT cost, and will consult with stakeholders later this year.

While no official announcement has been made, the Independent Garage Association has confirmed correspondence from Minister for Local Transport Lilian Greenwood MP, acknowledging the vital role independent garages play in ensuring the UK’s roads remain safe from unroadworthy vehicle.

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15/10/2025

The DVSA has announced new jacking equipment specifications for any new class 4 MOT centres from April 2026.

The new specifications will only apply to MOT centres that submit an application to open, or make changes. Those locations that are already established with approved class 4 test bays are not required to conform to the new specifications.

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15/10/2025

The IAAF Ltd has responded to the recent SMMT Aftermarket Report, which outlines the sector’s importance to the UK.

The report, What the aftermarket needs to deliver, highlights that the sector provides a significant contribution to the UK economy. The IAAF has highlighted its position, especially around access to data, and the MOT.

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13/10/2025

In the latest episode of the Auto Transmission Podcast, We speak with Alex Barnes, an Ombudsman at The Motor Ombudsman to find out more about his role, how businesses can limit customer complaints, and the impartial way in which The Motor Ombudsman provides its alternative dispute resolution services.

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11/10/2025

David Massey, owner of Preston-based ADS Automotive and Eldon Street Garage, has shared the hard-won lessons he learned and how a smarter website strategy became a critical turning point, resulting in a 50% growth in gross profit.

On Mental Health Awareness Day, Massey has highlighted how the right website is not just a marketing boost, but also mental health management.

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11/10/2025

The IAAF Ltd is introducing brand new membership options designed for independent garages. The new schemes will launch in January 2026.

The move comes following an increase in garages turning to the organisation for support in recent years.

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