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In Great Britain, how long after first registration must an ordinary motorcycle have its first MOT test, unless it is exempt?

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One year

Three years

Five years

Seven years

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Three yearsThis was the right answer

An ordinary motorcycle in Great Britain needs its first MOT by the third anniversary of registration, unless exempt, and then normally each year. It must always be roadworthy, including between tests. Northern Ireland has separate testing arrangements.

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When a motorcycle needs its first MOTReviewed guidance summary · The corrected prompt specifies Great Britain rather than applying its three-year interval to Northern Ireland.

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