
There are all kinds of stories floating around on the internet with regards to fraudulent MOT testing. The latest was an article written by GB News. They reported that the DVSA are warning motorists to make sure they get their MOT carried out on a registered premises. The DVSA have discovered that thousands of MOT’s were fraudulent during 2021 and 2022.
The bottom line is this. Make sure you use a trusted MOT service garage like ours here at A1 Diagnostics. Safety should always be paramount when it comes to carrying out MOTs on vehicles. Motorists’ safety is at stake including public pedestrians. Here at A1 Diagnostics that is the first motive and principal we follow when carrying out MOT work on your vehicle. Safety! It is not just about being a business making money it is about making sure all involved are safe when vehicles are driving out on the road.
What the DVSA have discovered is staggering. It just goes to show that there are MOT testers out there who will put the almighty buck above Motorists’ and the safety of the public. So always ensure that the garage you use are registered and have all the necessary credentials to carry out MOT testing safely.
Don’t find yourself on the receiving end of other people’s poor behaviour just because they want to make money out of you. It is your responsibility to find a decent and trustworthy MOT tester to carry out your MOT work.
Contact us
We are an award-winning vehicle service garage and are fully certified to MOT your vehicle. Contact our experienced vehicle service advisors for any advice needed. Use the contact form below or details to get in touch we are happy to help.
A1-Diagnostics and ECU Repairs
64 Sloper Road
Leckwith,
Cardiff
CF11 8AB
Tel: (029 20) 220380
Fax: (029 20) 223172
Opening Times
Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Email: info@a1-diagnostics.com
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