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For how long is an MOT certificate normally valid?

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Three years

10,000 miles

One year

30,000 miles

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One yearThis was the right answer

An MOT certificate will normally be valid for one year. The certificate doesn't warrant the condition of the vehicle at a later date, but simply shows that at the time the certificate was issued the vehicle met the MOT requirements. It's the driver's responsibility to ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy whenever it's driven.

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DocumentsHighway Code annex · An MOT is normally annual once required; only the stated pre-booked test or repair journeys provide an exception.Getting an MOTReviewed guidance summary · An MOT is normally annual once required; only the stated pre-booked test or repair journeys provide an exception.

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