Proposed extension for new car MoT testing
With the governments proposed shift in legislation regarding Mot testing, the UK's national Tyre Safety platform, TyreSafe, have voiced serious concerns on behalf of the consumer with regards to road safety.
Currently, new cars and motorcycles require a first MOT test after three years but this is anticipated to be extended by a further year. It was recently stated during the Summer budget Speech that this change of policy would save UK motorists over £100m per year.
Unfortunately however, it has been proven that a very high percentage of motorists fail to adequately check tyres on their vehicles between services or annual testing. While vehicles have become considerably more reliable and of a better build quality in recent years, this critical safety component is left largely ignored unless a significant error occurs to force an inspection.
A recent TyreSafe roadside tread depth survey has concluded that from the 35.3 million vehicles active on UK roads each year nearly 10 million tyres will be illegal during 2015. Further extending the inspection process is likely to further increase this already frightening statistic.
It is the organisations belief that the behavioural attitude of the motorist needs to change, alongside greater education into the importance of tyre safety before any such legislation change should take place.
What do you think? When do you last routinely thoroughly check your own tyres for wear or damage?
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