When did MOT history start?

1960
The MOT test was first introduced in 1960 as a few basic tests of a vehicle and now covers 20 different parts or systems on or in the car.

When did cars first need an MOT?

Compulsory vehicle testing was introduced in Great Britain in 1960 when the Motor Vehicles (Tests) Regulations 1960 came into operation. The test was initially confined to vehicles that were ten years old or more, but the testable age was progressively reduced to three years by April 1967.

What year was the first MOT test?

The test was introduced in 1960, requiring vehicles to undergo a first check after 10 years. It was changed in 1967 to 3 years. In 2016 (the most recent figures available), more than 2.4 million cars had their first MOT test, which costs owners a maximum of £54.85.

Who brought the MOT?

As a result, Minister of Transport Ernest Marples introduced the Ministry of Transport (MOT) test as part of the 1960 Road Traffic Act. The test was mandatory for all vehicles over 10 years old and required them to have their brakes, lights and steering checked every year.

How many MOT testers are there in the UK?

MOT test stations and testers

Financial year	Private MOT test stations	MOT nominated testers
2018 to 2019	23,323	65,809
2017 to 2018	23,309	65,649
2016 to 2017	23,421	65,532
2015 to 2016	22,763	60,317

What does getting a car MOT D mean?

/ˌem.əʊˈtiː/ MOTing | MOT’d | MOTs. to put a road vehicle through an MOT: I want to get/have the car MOT’d before we drive to France.

How much money does an MOT tester make?

Here are some fast facts: The average Mot tester salary in London is £32,038. This is 7.2\% more than the average national salary for Mot tester jobs….Highest Paying Areas for Mot tester, UK.

Area	Surrey
YoY Salary Change	4.9\%
Average salary	£32,517
Vacancies	119