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Joanne Gibbons.
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Mike Ruff, GW editor
KeymasterDrivers in Northern Ireland whose MOTs are due during the pandemic shutdown have been granted a one-year exemption. Infrastructure minister Nichola Ma
[See the full post at: Northern Ireland MOT exemption extended to 12 months]stephen fletcher
GuestJesus, i’d hate to see the state of a car that barely scrapped though it’s last test after 2 years!!!!!
Belinda Teasdale
GuestHow can you allow cars on the road that are likely to be un-roadworthy. If drivers are actively using their vehicles they should have an MOT Inspection.
People who can’t work from home are now being encouraged to go to work if safe to do so.
The government would be cutting out a massive chunk of furloughed staff if MOT’s were reintroduced, not just with garage staff but all the other sectors involved like parts departments, tyre suppliers, even those who manufacture and make parts.
Social distancing isn’t a problem for garages or their customers as we are now encouraging customers to either drop the cars off or are offering a pick up / delivery service.
I just don’t understand the logic behind all this madnessJoanne Gibbons
GuestThis is a worrying announcement, extending by 6 months was understandable when lock down was implemented, it gave those with a MOT due during lock down some breathing space to get the MOT completed. Extending it to a year is crazy. Forgoing your MOT or vehicle service when you are actively using your vehicle is inadvisable. Not only could your vehicle not be roadworthy you could be facing a much inflated repair bill due to the lack of maintenance. I would foresee an increase in breakdowns and roadside repairs. I can’t see how this announcement is good for anyone.
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