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Annual MOT vs. Regular Servicing: Two Very Different Things
Car Ownership Basics

Annual MOT vs. Regular Servicing: Two Very Different Things

Many new owners confuse an MOT with a service. Here's what each one checks, who carries it out, and why both matter for roadworthiness.

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Aug 1, 2025 · 5 min read

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Car Ownership Costs New Drivers Rarely Budget For
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Comprehensive vs. Third-Party Car Insurance: What Each One Covers
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Comprehensive vs. Third-Party Car Insurance: What Each One Covers

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Early Mistakes That Cost New Car Owners the Most
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Early Mistakes That Cost New Car Owners the Most

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How Car Insurance Actually Works
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Keeping a Car in Good Shape Between Professional Services
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Keeping a Car in Good Shape Between Professional Services

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Sep 29, 2023 · 6 min read
Oil Changes: The Myths That Lead to Neglected Engines
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Oil Changes: The Myths That Lead to Neglected Engines

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Mar 7, 2023 · 6 min read
Reading Your Car's Dashboard Warning Lights
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Reading Your Car's Dashboard Warning Lights

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Dec 20, 2025 · 5 min read
Registering a Car for the First Time: What to Expect
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Registering a Car for the First Time: What to Expect

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Apr 7, 2024 · 6 min read
Taking Your Car to a Garage Without Getting Caught Out
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Taking Your Car to a Garage Without Getting Caught Out

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Aug 26, 2023 · 6 min read
The Paperwork Every Car Owner Should Keep on File
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The Paperwork Every Car Owner Should Keep on File

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Jun 20, 2025 · 5 min read
Tyre Pressure, Tread Depth, and When to Replace: A Practical Checklist
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Tyre Pressure, Tread Depth, and When to Replace: A Practical Checklist

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Feb 28, 2026 · 7 min read
What Happens If You Drive Without Valid Insurance
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What Happens If You Drive Without Valid Insurance

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Nov 10, 2023 · 7 min read
What Your Car's Service Schedule Is Actually Telling You
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What Your Car's Service Schedule Is Actually Telling You

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Feb 22, 2025 · 7 min read
Why New Drivers Overpay for Insurance — and What Affects the Price
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Why New Drivers Overpay for Insurance — and What Affects the Price

Cars & Driving Editorial Team · Mar 13, 2024 · 7 min read
Your First Car: Everything That Comes After the Purchase
Car Ownership Basics

Your First Car: Everything That Comes After the Purchase

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