Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
World
Ryan Paton

Urgent MOT warning issued to drivers to avoid £1,000 fine

The AA is urging drivers to book their MOT extensions as soon as possible to avoid a fine of up to 1,000.

The motoring association is referring to next month as "Super September" as they anticipate a flurry of requests after 5.5 million drivers legally delayed their MOT during the Coronavirus lockdown.

September is traditionally the month when most MOT extensions fall - and the AA has urged drivers to book their renewal as soon as possible as they deal with the increasing demand.

READ MORE: Drivers urged to slow down to save environment as motorway speed limit cut to 60mph

Jack Cousens, head of roads policy for the AA, said; “MOT centres are already feeling the strain and with ‘Super September’ looming, savvy drivers can get ahead of the game.

“Don’t delay, book today. With a bookings up to 90 days in advance, all drivers can use AA Smart Care to find trusted local garages to keep their vehicle on the road.

“Usually people leave booking their MOT to the last possible moment, drivers won’t have that luxury this time.”

Drivers can be fined up to £1,000 for driving a vehicle without a valid MOT.

AA Smart Care*** offers drivers a MOT rate of £39.85 and allows bookings up to 90 days in advance.

Servicing costs start from £72 - and uses a network of local AA approved garages that offer collection and drop-off services for contactless, Covid-safe vehicle maintenance.

Want to find out the latest news in your area? Enter your postcode on our In Your Area page here

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.