"The MOT debate ? the pros and cons of the annual car check"
"MOT Test Bolton ( 650+ words)"
[ "The MOT debate  the pros and cons of the annual car check;The idea that motorists would be better off without the annual car MOT Test Bolton has long been dismissed by most people with even a passing interest in motoring matters. But is it time to consider scrapping the MOT?;Pros of scrapping the MOTAt first glance, this argument sounds ludicrous. Why would any sane person who drives want to lose their MOT? It's not just an inconvenience but also an important safety check. Yet increasing numbers of drivers think there are other ways of ensuring cars are roadworthy and safe to take on the motorway or pass without having to pay for a service that does not guarantee the quality, especially when some garages have come under fire for flouting the rulesOne argument favouring scrapping the MOT is that it would save motorists money. The Department for Transport estimates that the average driver spends around 30 a year on MOT tests, and while this may not seem like a tremendous amount of money, it can quickly add up if you have several cars.Another benefit of scrapping the MOT would be removing the need to book an appointment and take your car to a garage. Instead, drivers could quickly check themselves before taking their vehicle out on the road. This would also be more convenient for those who live in rural areas with limited garages.Some people argue that the current MOT system does not fit its purpose. They say that the MOT tests, which are usually carried out on a car's brake pads, suspension and steering, do not check the safety of other vehicle parts such as tyresThese people also believe that because drivers can be fined up to 1,000 if their car fails its latest MOT, but there are no consequences for garages found to have made false declarations about test results, it pays them to flout the rulesSome garages have indeed come under fire recently for making false declarations about MOT test results to get more work from desperate motorists who need their cars fixed immediately. However, most garages are honest and reputable businesses that would never dream of doing thisCons of scrapping the MOTThose who oppose scrapping the MOT say that it would be backwards. The main argument is that it would remove an important safety check, which has been in place for almost 80 years and keeps cars on the road at least once a year. This means they can't fall into disrepair, with potentially dangerous consequences for drivers and other motorists.Another point against scrapping the MOT is that most British carmakers have agreed to require their dealerships to carry out annual checks as part of their warranty contracts even though a new-style MoT test will not cover this  so why should private motorists have differing standards? Without the MOT, there would also be no way of keeping track of a vehicle's mileage or if it has been modified in any wayThe final decision about whether or not to scrap the MOT will be made by the government, but it is clear that there are strong arguments on both sides of the debate. What do you think?;Should the MOT be scrapped?There are pros and cons to both arguments. On one hand, the MOT is an important safety check that saves money in the long run. It also ensures that cars are roadworthy and safe to take on the motorway. On the other hand, some people argue that it is not fit for purpose and that scrapping it would save motorists money. They also say that it would be more convenient for drivers who live in rural areas. What do you think? Should the MOT be scrapped? Let us know your thoughts" ]