This is an old article, so bear in mind any recent changes to the rules.
A reader submitted this link concerning the new MoT rules which have come into force.
It’s a bit alarmist, claiming that the rules “may trash your car”. After all, at least two of the examples it cites – faulty ABS and faulty seat-belt pre-tensioners – are very important, and failing an MoT because they’re broken serves the owner right.
I mean, if you’re going to insist on owning a car, you automatically accept that you need to keep it in a condition that isn’t going to kill other people (including your passengers). If you can’t afford it – or if you disagree with that responsibility – then you also accept the consequences, and tough luck!
VOSA – the Vehicle and Operator Service Agency, who manage MoT regulations – will not fully implement the changes until April. So at least that gives people some time to get things sorted out.
The article advises buying a 90s banger if you want to avoid the costly electronic gizmo hassle. Unfortunately, it glosses over that other major MoT problem. RUST. Not to mention mechanical wear-and-tear.
I’m not sure what my view on the EU-driven legislation is, because it doesn’t really concern me. However, just because people can’t afford it, or don’t like EU-legislation of any kind, isn’t a reason for it to be wrong.
Mind you, cars should be roadworthy – and many aren’t. So in that respect, I know what my view is!