Glossary
MOT
The MOT is the UK's mandatory annual roadworthiness test for most vehicles over three years old, administered under DVSA rules.
For a workshop, the MOT is both a legal test and a customer-acquisition moment. Every MOT is a scheduled interaction with a customer at the moment they're most likely to spend on additional work.
GarageOS respects MOT class rules (Class 4 vs Class 7), typical test durations and DVLA expiry dates for reminders.
More glossary terms
Class 4 MOT
Class 4 covers most cars and light vans up to 3,000kg. Here's how it affects workshop scheduling.
Class 7 MOT
Class 7 covers goods vehicles between 3,000kg and 3,500kg. Here's what it means for a garage.
DVLA
The DVLA is the UK's driver and vehicle licensing agency. It's the source of truth for reg-based data.
DVSA
The DVSA regulates MOT testing and vehicle standards in the UK. It's the rule-maker your MOT bay follows.
Workshop bay
A workshop bay is one work area — usually a lift or a floor space — that can hold one vehicle at a time.
Job card
A job card is the record of work carried out on a vehicle — parts, labour, notes and photos.