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Can I drive a car on SORN to a garage for MoT repairs?

My car is currently on SORN and it needs some work before it will pass the MoT.

I know I can drive my insured but SORN'd car to a pre-booked MoT without a valid MoT or road tax. However, if the car fails its MoT, can I drive it from the test station to a garage for repairs?

Asked on 30 March 2022 by Craig Bryan

Answered by Dan Powell
No, the car will need to be trailered to the garage or repaired by the garage that carries out the MoT.
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