MOT changes: Experts push for classic cars to be 'regularly tested' despite exemptions

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    The Historic and Classic Vehicle Association (HCVA) warns classic car owners who are “not mechanically competent” should get their cars MOT checked to ensure they are safe. Malcolm McKay, spokesperson for the HCVA said drivers may not need to do this every year but said some form of regular testing was definitely needed.

    He warned things “can deteriorate” in vehicles with garage checks one of the best ways to assess what condition a vehicle is really in.

    Speaking to Express.co.uk, he said: “We would like to see owners who feel they need it, take their cars for a regular test, a regular check-up.

    “We recognise there are some owners who maybe are mechanics themselves and may be very competent at checking their vehicle to make sure it’s safe.

    “But owners who are not so mechanically competent definitely should get their vehicles checked.

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    The Government says this included replacing the chassis, body, axles or engine.

    Mr McKay added owners who decided against checks still needed to take responsibility for their vehicles.

    Drivers can still be issued penalties if their car is considered to not be in a road legal condition.

    The Government warns drivers could be fined up to £2,500 and get three penalty points for using a vehicle considered to be in a dangerous state.

    Speaking to Express.co.uk, he said he was “slightly worried” about the current MOT exemption rules.

    He added: “As someone who owns a lot of cars, some people are surprised when I say I don’t entirely agree with MOT exemption.

    “The danger of that is people who are not hugely mechanically knowledgeable are buying old cars and are maybe being oblivious to the fact they are not as safe as they could be.”



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