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Editorial illustration of an electric van beside a workshop inspection lane, with a clipboard and tread gauge
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Heavier Electric Vans: What the Class 7 MOT Change Means for Your Garage

Some zero-emission vans up to 4.25 tonnes have needed a class 7 MOT since June. Check the vehicle class, the weight your equipment can safely handle, and the inspection details before the next booking.

Sky Summer · 2026-09-21
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MOT Photos at Test: What Your Garage Actually Needs to Do

DVSA is rolling out vehicle photos during MOT tests, but the upload is still optional. Here is how it works, what makes a useful photo, and what I would check in the test bay now.

Sky Summer · 2026-09-20