Size against size
MOT test vs Interim service
| MOT test | Interim service | |
|---|---|---|
| How often | Every year | Every 6 months or 6,000 miles |
| Covers | Fuel system, seatbelts, steering, suspension, electrical systems, battery, tyres, wheels, horn, exhaust, brakes, clutch, gearbox | Oil and filter change, fluid top-ups, brake inspection, tyre pressure and tread, battery test, lights and horn, steering and suspension check, windscreen and wipers, exhaust inspection |
| Maximum fee | GBP 54.85 | - |
| First needed | 3 years | - |
| Time taken | - | Around 1 hour |
Sources: GOV.UK, Point-S. Sizes vary a little between companies.
Pick the MOT test if...
MOT test: every year. Covers fuel system, seatbelts, steering, suspension, electrical systems, battery, tyres, wheels, horn, exhaust, brakes, clutch, gearbox. First needed when a car is 3 years old. The government sets a maximum fee of GBP 54.85 for a car.
MOT test in full →Pick the Interim service if...
Interim service: every 6 months or 6,000 miles. Takes around 1 hour. Covers oil and filter change, fluid top-ups, brake inspection, tyre pressure and tread, battery test, lights and horn, steering and suspension check, windscreen and wipers, exhaust inspection.
Interim service in full →Common questions
What is the difference between a MOT test and a Interim service?
MOT test: MOT test. Interim service: Interim service.
What fits in a MOT test?
MOT test: every year. Covers fuel system, seatbelts, steering, suspension, electrical systems, battery, tyres, wheels, horn, exhaust, brakes, clutch, gearbox. First needed when a car is 3 years old. The government sets a maximum fee of GBP 54.85 for a car.
What fits in a Interim service?
Interim service: every 6 months or 6,000 miles. Takes around 1 hour. Covers oil and filter change, fluid top-ups, brake inspection, tyre pressure and tread, battery test, lights and horn, steering and suspension check, windscreen and wipers, exhaust inspection.