Update - We are continuing to work on a fix for this issue.
Oct 22, 2026 - 00:05 BST
Oct 22, 2026 - 00:05 BST
Update - We are continuing to work on a fix for this issue.
Oct 22, 2026 - 00:04 BST
Oct 22, 2026 - 00:04 BST
Update - We are continuing to work on a fix for this issue.
Oct 21, 2026 - 12:03 BST
Oct 21, 2026 - 12:03 BST
Identified - We have identified a problem with the MOT testing service.
We are currently investigating and resolving the issue and will update this page shortly.
If you need to carry out MOT tests the contingency code for today is 2TJ9R85I
For information on how to carry out MOT contingency testing, take a look at our contingency testing guidance - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/mot-testing-service-contingency-testing
Oct 21, 2026 - 12:03 BST
We are currently investigating and resolving the issue and will update this page shortly.
If you need to carry out MOT tests the contingency code for today is 2TJ9R85I
For information on how to carry out MOT contingency testing, take a look at our contingency testing guidance - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/mot-testing-service-contingency-testing
Oct 21, 2026 - 12:03 BST
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Status of DVSA MOT services, including updates on active incidents and planned maintenance.
MOT testing service
Major Outage
Check the MOT history of a vehicle
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Get, view or stop MOT reminders
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MOT history API
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Check if a vehicle, part or accessory has been recalled
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Degraded Performance
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Maintenance