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The DVSA has issued an update about a major change coming in for MOTs.

This is to increase their current anti-fraud measures through the use of photos of vehicles going through MOT.

These pictures will be uploaded to the digital MOT Testing Service in the hopes it will prevent 'ghost MOTs'.

This is where an MOT certificate is issued but their vehicle hasn't actually been through the yearly check-up.

A DVSA spokesperson said: "While only a small number of testers and garages are involved in MOT fraud, it does happen and puts our roads at risk.

"DVSA wants to create a level playing field for all and we’ve taken action, helping to reassure drivers that their vehicle’s MOT will be conducted to the correct standard.

"Alongside investigation of potential instances of MOT fraud

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