Tag: MOTs

One in five cars fails its first MOT

Adam Jolley,
11 May, 2012

A fifth of cars registered in 2008 failed their first MoT, with testers most likely to fail cars from French firms Renault, Citroen and Peugeot.

Topics: Get motoring
Tags: MOTs, Car insurance

The dangers of driving for work

Maria McCarthy,
30 Apr, 2012

Up to a third of all road traffic accidents involve somebody who was driving, riding or otherwise using the road for work purposes, according to government figures. Read More…

Topics: Get motoring
Tags: Staying safe, MOTs, Car insurance

Cash-strapped drivers delaying car repairs

Maria McCarthy,
04 Apr, 2012

More motorists are postponing car repairs, services and MOTs, according to new research. But this is not only potentially dangerous, it's a false economy which could land you with bigger bills.

Topics: Get motoring
Tags: Staying safe, Breakdown cover, MOTs, Car insurance, economy

Drivers clueless at car maintenance

Naphtalia Loderick,
22 Feb, 2012

Simple do-it-yourself roadside repair skills are becoming a lost art as drivers admit being unable to top up oil, change a tyre, and even open the bonnet. Read More…

Topics: Get motoring
Tags: Breakdown cover, DIY, Car insurance, MOTs, Video

Cars: Why brand loyalty doesn't pay

Maria McCarthy,
09 Feb, 2012

Should we stay faithful to the car brands we've grown to love or is it better to have a roving eye? Read More…

Topics: Get motoring
Tags: Staying safe, MOTs, Young drivers, Learning to drive, Car insurance, Technology

Government U-turn over MOT changes

Chris Torney,
01 Feb, 2012

The government has backed down on plans to cut the frequency of MOT tests following pressure from road-safety groups and the motor industry. Read More…

Topics: Get motoring
Tags: Staying safe, MOTs, Car insurance

New rules to protect motorists from dodgy mechanics

Chris Torney,
05 Dec, 2011

A new code of practice has been introduced to stop motorists being ripped off or given shoddy service by mechanics.

Topics: Your consumer rights, Get motoring
Tags: Consumer rights, Breakdown cover, MOTs, Car insurance

Avoid this car sales scam

Lois Avery,
30 Nov, 2011

Selling a car on online? Chances are you’ve had plenty of interest but perhaps not from genuine buyers. We reveal a scam that all sellers should be aware of.

Topics: Get motoring
Tags: Staying safe, MOTs, Drink-driving, Motorbike insurance, Driving abroad, Car insurance, Breakdown cover

Is new Apple technology safe behind the wheel?

Lois Avery,
30 Nov, 2011

Mobile-phone technology is moving fast but how is the motor industry keeping up? We look at Apple’s new voice-controlled SIRI service and ask: is it safe for drivers?

Topics: Get motoring
Tags: Shopping, Pets, MOTs, Christmas, Motorbike insurance, Car insurance, Breakdown cover

There is a lot of jargon that surrounds motoring: what this means is that, for the layman. To help, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most common technical terms used by mechanics, insurers and dealers.