Expert advice, guides, and insights to help you make informed decisions when buying a used car
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UK tyre tread depth law requires a minimum of 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tread. This guide explains the legal limit, how to use the 20p coin test, what MOT examiners check, and the fines and penalty points for driving on illegal tyres.
Private number plates must follow strict display rules on font, colour and spacing. A plate can only be assigned to one vehicle at a time, and the right to use an unassigned number must be renewed every 10 years.
Classic and historic vehicles over 40 years old are exempt from road tax and MOT testing in the UK. This guide explains the rolling cutoff date, what still applies, and how to apply.
Untaxed cars face DVLA enforcement, clamping and possible prosecution; no MOT can mean a fine of up to £1,000. Here are the GOV.UK facts and how to check your status.
Check tax and MOT here instantly, but insurance lives on a separate database. Find out how to check both, and what happens if you drive uninsured.
How to find your car tax due date, why tax always runs to the end of the month, why it never transfers when you sell, and what missing it costs.
SORN stands for Statutory Off Road Notification. Here's what it actually means, when you need one, and how to check a vehicle's SORN status for free.
Thinking about changing or retaining a number plate? Here's how the DVLA process actually works, what it costs, and what buyers should watch for.
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