Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to MOTChecker.com. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using MOTChecker.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and MOTChecker.com. Please read them carefully.

Service Description

MOTChecker.com provides a vehicle information service that allows users to:

• Check MOT (Ministry of Transport) test history for UK vehicles
• View vehicle tax status and registration details
• Access vehicle specifications and information
• Review MOT test results, failures, and advisory notices
• Read educational content about MOT requirements

Our service retrieves data from official UK government sources including:

• DVSA MOT History API - Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
• DVLA Vehicle Enquiry Service - Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency

Vehicle Data Accuracy Disclaimer

Important: Vehicle data provided through MOTChecker.com is sourced from third-party government databases and is provided "AS IS" for general information purposes only.

No Warranty

We make no representations or warranties of any kind regarding:

• The completeness, accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of vehicle data
• The suitability of any vehicle for purchase, use, or any particular purpose
• The validity or current status of MOT certificates, tax, or insurance
• The condition, safety, or roadworthiness of any vehicle
• Mileage accuracy or vehicle history completeness

User Responsibility

You acknowledge and agree that:

• You must independently verify all vehicle information before making purchasing or legal decisions
• MOT data may not reflect the most recent tests if recently conducted
• A valid MOT certificate does not guarantee a vehicle is roadworthy or safe
• You should conduct a physical inspection and professional assessment before purchasing any vehicle
• Historical data may contain errors, omissions, or be out of date

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Use

You may use MOTChecker.com for:

• Personal vehicle research and information gathering
• Checking MOT status for vehicles you own or are considering purchasing
• Educational purposes about UK MOT requirements
• Legitimate business purposes in the automotive industry

Prohibited Activities

You must NOT:

• Use automated systems, bots, or scrapers to access our service
• Make excessive requests that may overload our systems or the government APIs
• Resell, redistribute, or commercially exploit vehicle data obtained from our service
• Use the service for any unlawful purpose or to violate any regulations
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or discover the source code
• Circumvent any security features or access restrictions
• Collect or harvest personal information about other users
• Transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Use the service to facilitate fraudulent MOT certificates or vehicle cloning

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

No Liability for Data Errors

MOTChecker.com shall not be liable for any losses, damages, or consequences arising from:

• Inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated vehicle data
• Errors, omissions, or delays in data provided by government APIs
• Decisions made based on information obtained from our service
• Unavailability of our service or government data sources
• Vehicle purchases or transactions based on data from our service

Service Availability

We do not guarantee that:

• Our service will be available at all times or without interruption
• Government APIs will be accessible or operational
• The service will be error-free or secure from unauthorized access
• Any defects will be corrected within a specific timeframe

Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from use of the service shall not exceed £100.

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

The website design, layout, graphics, logos, and original content are owned by MOTChecker.com and protected by copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

Government Data

Vehicle data retrieved from DVSA and DVLA is subject to the Open Government Licence v3.0. This data is provided by the UK Government and belongs to the Crown.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for:

• The content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites
• Products or services offered by external providers
• Privacy policies of linked websites

You access third-party links at your own risk and should review their terms and privacy policies.

Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using MOTChecker.com, you consent to the data practices described in that policy.

We process personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. For information about your rights, see our GDPR Rights page.

Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Suspend or terminate your access to the service at any time without notice
• Remove or refuse any content or searches
• Block IP addresses that violate these Terms
• Discontinue the service entirely

You may stop using the service at any time. All provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect.

UK Consumer Rights

If you are a consumer in the United Kingdom, nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. These rights include:

• The right to receive services with reasonable care and skill
• The right to receive services as described
• Protection against unfair terms

For advice about your consumer rights, contact Citizens Advice at citizensadvice.org.uk.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when changes were made. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and MOTChecker.com regarding use of the service.