When your car turns three years old, how often is an MOT test required?

Okay, let's break down the MOT test requirement. The MOT, or Ministry of Transport test, is an annual safety check for vehicles in the UK. It's designed to ensure that cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles meet minimum road safety and environmental standards. New vehicles are exempt from needing an MOT for the first three years after they're registered. This grace period acknowledges that new cars are generally in good condition. However, once a car reaches its third birthday, it needs that initial MOT test. If it passes, then it needs another one every single year after that to continue being legally driven on UK roads. So, while it might be tempting to think it's every few years, the law requires that annual checkup after the initial three-year period to keep everyone safe. Think of it like an annual health check for your car!