Drivers have been warned that MOT test prices could rise to £372 over the next 50 years, according to new analysis. The current maximum fee for a car is £54.85, but experts predict that ongoing cost of living pressures and rising garage costs could lead to exponential increases.
David Kottaun, operations manager at Scrap Car Comparison, said: '2023 was an expensive year for car repairs, with the cost of carrying out repairs increasing more and more for garages, leading them to hike up repair bills for motorists.' He added that if inflation remains steady, the cost of an MOT could reach over £80 by 2034, and £372 for cars and £201 for motorcycles by 2074.
Mr Kottaun cautioned that while the projections show an exponential increase based on current inflation rates, 'we hope this doesn't actually turn out to be the case.' He emphasised the importance of keeping car repairs affordable, noting that previous research found motorists are refraining from essential repairs due to cost.
'We hope it never reaches the point where people are priced out of being able to travel freely to work or to see their family and friends,' he added. The current maximum MOT test fee for a standard motorcycle is £29.65.
