MOTORISTS in Fermanagh are still facing lengthy delays in getting MOT tests and are often unable to get their vehicles tested before their current MOT certificate expires. Test centres across the North are struggling to tackle huge backlogs of drivers seeking appointments, with Covid shutdowns and equipment issues – MOT tests were suspended in January 2020 […]
Demand still high for MOTS and driving tests
THE demand for Fermanagh’s drivers and learners wishing to book MOTs and driving tests is rising. Last week, the Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) had announced price rises for both tests with MOT bookings set to go up next month from £30.50 to £38 with driving tests increasing from £45.50 to £65. The DVA say […]
Fermanagh drivers revved up over MOT delays
The DVA has said it is still experiencing “significant demand” for vehicle testing services.
MOT backlog means cars fall foul of DVLA tax rules
“There should be more co-operation because a lot of people are having to wait three or four months for an MOT.”
Local woman forced to SORN vehicle
AN Enniskillen woman has raised concerns over the DVA’s decision to not offer tax exemptions to those with expired certificates. The individual, who did not want to be identified told this paper that she has been left with “no other option” but to SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) her vehicle at the end of the […]
Motorists urged to keep checking MOT site for bookings
WITH the MOT backlog continuing, Fermanagh motorists are being urged to keep checking for cancellations, with the DVA confirming it will not be giving tax exemptions to those with expired certificates. Despite capacity being increased at all centres, local drivers are still facing delays of around four months on average when they attempt to book a test at […]
Concern as Fermanagh MOT delays continue
There are reports some local key workers have been unable to get to work as their car is off teh road.
Infrastructure Minister considering two-year MOTs
FERMANAGH people are being urged to have their say on whether the annual MOT should only be carried out every two years. Last week, infrastructure Minister, Nichola Mallon, launched a ‘Call for Evidence’ on the potential introduction of biennial MOT testing. Currently, private cars and motorbikes must have their first MOT when they are four-years-old, […]
MOT exemptions end as tests set to resume
IT has been revealed that MOT testing along with practical car and lorry tests will now be available from 1 September. The news will be welcomed especially by local garages and car repair businesses which have had to contend with the double difficulty of lockdown and a drop in demand as motorists avail of MOT […]
MOT centres set to reopen in July
WHILE most of us have been given an extension on our MOTs for the year, many motorists who were unable to avail of that extension have been forced to keep their vehicles off road during the lockdown. Thankfully that is now about to change. On Monday Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon announced plans for a phased […]