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Help > MOT > Can I appeal an MOT failure?

Can I appeal an MOT failure?

Yes, you can appeal a failed MOT test.

But first, make sure to discuss the decision with the MOT test centre. To help you understand how the test was assessed.

If you are still set on appealing the decision, you will need to complete and email (or post in) the "Appeal an MOT test result" form.

This needs to be sent to the (DVSA).

The deadlines for an appeal are:

  • 14 working days of the test if you’re appealing against a failure
  • 3 months of the test if you’re appealing against a pass and it’s a corrosion-related problem
  • 28 calendar days of the test if you’re appealing against a pass and it’s any other type of problem

The DVSA will contact you within five days to discuss your appeal.

What Happpens Next on MOT Appeal

For MOT failure appeals, a DVSA examiner will carry out a full test on the vehicle. The costs of this will need to be covered by yourself. You will need to pay the full MOT cost. Which is £54.85 for a car.

Once the vehicle examiner has finished the test, they will inform you as to whether the vehicle has passed or failed the test. They will also provide you with a report detailing any defects and advisories.

The result of the retest will be added to the history of the vehicle’s MOT records. Note: the original test result you appealed against will stay on the vehicle’s MOT history.

If your vehicle passed the retest, you would receive a refund for the appeal fee.

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