To find out when the MOT for a specific vehicle runs out, the best approach is to check the MOT status online using the vehicle’s registration number. Many websites, including the official UK government site, allow checking the MOT expiry date and status quickly by entering the registration number. This will tell when the current MOT certificate expires. If the MOT is running out soon, the vehicle owner can get the MOT test done up to one month minus one day before the expiry date to keep the same renewal date for the following year. It is illegal to drive or park a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate unless driving it to a pre-arranged MOT test or repair. To summarize:
- Use an online MOT checker (such as the UK government's MOT status checker) with the vehicle registration number.
- The checker will show the expiry date of the current MOT.
- MOT can be renewed up to one month before expiration while keeping the same renewal date.
- Driving without MOT can lead to fines and invalid insurance.
If the registration number can be provided, a direct check for the MOT expiry date can be done. Otherwise, the vehicle owner can use online services to check it themselves.
