UK drivers told to 'check MOTs' with new DVSA rule starting

NewsUK & World NewsThe rule change aims to crack down11:09, 13 Aug 2026Drivers could be unknowingly paying for fake MOT certificates that leave them behind the wheel of unsafe vehicles, motoring experts have warned. The warning comes as the DVSA introduces new rules requiring garages to photograph vehicles during MOT tests in a bid to crack down on so-called "ghost MOTs", where certificates are issued without a proper inspection taking place.‌The rule change has been trialled at some garages and is now being rolled out more widely. Many motorists assume that once they receive an MOT certificate, their vehicle has passed all the necessary safety checks, but experts warn that fraudulent MOTs can leave drivers unknowingly behind the wheel of unsafe vehicles, potentially facing expensive repai