“I want to encourage everyone with an interest in this issue to respond to the consultation'
Stormont 's Infrastructure Minister has revealed plans to change the frequency of MOT testing in Northern Ireland from one year to two years for some private cars, motorcycles and light goods vehicles.
The total number of MOTs required will rise to around 1.2 million for light vehicles and to 65,000 for heavy vehicles by 2030, according to projections. “I am conscious that modern vehicles are built to high standards, and that this in turn should mean they are more reliable and also safer on our roads, and so consideration of biennial MOT testing is timely. I introduced Temporary Exemption Certificates for five and seven year-old cars within specified date ranges.
“I also want to hear from road safety and environmental organisations. Feedback from all these groups will factor into my consideration of the way forward.”
Motoring Stormont Co Derry Co Tyrone Co Fermanagh
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