What is a VT20 MOT?

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.

Can you view 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.

Do I need a paper copy of my MOT certificate?

When do you need a paper copy? The key point at which you will need a copy of your MOT certificate is when you come to sell the car. The buyer will need to see the certificate as evidence that the car is roadworthy as access to the computerised records is not available to members of the general public.

Can you get copies of old MOT certificates?

You can still provide duplicate certificates As proof they can give you either: the vehicle registration and 11-digit reference number from the latest vehicle log book (V5C) the test number from the original certificate (although it is less likely they’ll have this if they’ve lost it!)

How do I know if my MOT certificate is genuine?

If you have been given one of these recently (even if you think its real) check the Government’s MOT Checker website as this will tell you if your MOT was real or fake. The actual ‘certificate’ is now recorded online on a government website and you can check your vehicles status yourself.

Is VIN number on MOT certificate?

The MOT test checks that the Vehicle Identification Number commonly referred to as the VIN is legibly displayed on the vehicle.

How long is an MOT certificate 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.

Are mots paperless?

Motorists whose vehicle passes its annual MOT test will no longer be given a paper copy of their emissions test. The change comes into effect from 11 January 2021 and is part of efforts by the DVSA to reduce the use of paper in the MOT.

Do I need any documents for an MOT?

What documents do I need for my MOT? If this is your car’s first MOT, you’ll need to take your VC5 – that’s your vehicle logbook. You’ll also need your logbook if your car has a new registration number. Otherwise, you don’t need any documents – just the car itself.

Do garages give MOT certificates?

Yes, MOT certificates should still be issued by your test garage.

Do I need my old MOT certificate to get a 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 mots be faked?

It is ridiculously easy to fake and anyone with a computer and the most basic of word processing skills can do it. If you have been given one of these recently (even if you think its real) check the Government’s MOT Checker website as this will tell you if your MOT was real or fake.

What is a valid MOT certificate?

The MOT certificate confirms that your vehicle at the time of its test met the minimum acceptable environmental and road safety standards required by law. It doesn’t mean that the vehicle is roadworthy for the life of the certificate and isn’t a substitute for regular maintenance.

Do you get a 2021 MOT certificate?

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

Can I sell car without MOT certificate?

Can a car dealer sell a car with no MOT? Yes. It is legal for anyone – including car dealers – to sell a car without a current MOT certificate. However, it is illegal for anybody to sell a car without informing the seller of its status.

Can I drive on last day of MOT?

You cannot drive or park your vehicle on the road if the MOT has run out. You can be prosecuted if caught. The only exceptions are to drive it: to or from somewhere to be repaired.

How many miles do you have on your MOT test certificate?

MOT test certificate 38,629 miles 29,492 miles 20,387 miles 18.03.2017 22.03.2016 20.03.2015 crown 3mm 5mm Driver & Vehicle Standards Title VT20 Pass English Created Date

Do you get a certificate when you pass an MOT?

You get a certificate when your vehicle passes an MOT. These samples show what it can look like. If the MOT computer system is not working, the MOT tester will fill in a ‘contingency’ certificate.

When do the changes to the MOT test come into effect?

Updated the page following the introduction of changes to the MOT test on 20 May 2018. Added samples of the new design of MOT certificates because defects will be categorised differently from 20 May 2018.

Can I get a replacement MOT certificate if I lost it?

There’s a different service if you want to get a replacement MOT certificate if you have lost or damaged the original. Added translation of instructions for receiving a replacement certificate. Added link to replace a lost or damaged MOT certificate. Updated the page following the introduction of changes to the MOT test on 20 May 2018.