Petition · Department for Transport
Reform MOT testing: minimum pricing and higher professional standards
Closed
126 signatures
What the petition asks
Reform MOT testing for better road safety. Introduce minimum pricing or a national flat rate to prevent dangerous undercutting, and more rigorous checks for new testers and MOT stations gaining qualification.
We believe that current low fees compromise safety and professional standards. We are concerned that current MOT prices may be forcing dangerous undercutting - stations charging £25-£30 may fail items unnecessarily to profit from repairs. The £54.85 maximum fee for cars has not kept pace with inflation compared to other industries. Unqualified testers compromise road safety. We need minimum pricing and higher professional standards to protect drivers and legitimate businesses.
Timeline
| 26 Sep 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 26 Mar 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
126
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
26 Sep 2025
Closed
26 Mar 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 11 Aug 2026.