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Peter Miles
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In reply to Craig’s post above. Yes, the current system of logging in from anywhere with any device is obviously flawed. But, in this case, do we know that he didn’t use the equipment provided by his employers?
Speaking of which it’s obvious his employers had NO checks in place to monitor their testers. I know it isn’t a nice thought but you can’t just trust people to do their jobs properly I’m afraid.
One thing I don’t agree with though is asking that testing stations fund even more equipment. I’ve just had to fork out £5,495 + VAT (which, OK, I get the VAT back) for a new emissions tester to meet the current requirements. In a way I don’t mind. My old one was 16 years old (but still working well!) but what stings is that still no increase in the permitted test fee.
But, to get back on topic, to give a suspended sentence for deliberate fraud which could easily have resulted in a major accident is ridiculous. He should be inside now and for some years to come. That is how to stop this. And those who paid him for these passes (obviously they knew their vehicles weren’t roadworthy or they would got a legal test for less money) should be inside with him.

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