THE RMI’s chairman has hit out over the way that the government is apparently dragging its heels over the MOT review.
“The motor industry is now in a vacuum which deters investment both in premises and employment. The RMI urges Government to provide the industry with clarification of their intentions under the MOT review as soon as possible” said Colin Parlett on Thursday night. Parlett was speaking at the RMI’s Annual Dinner, held at the Dorchester Hotel in London.
Commenting on the impending MOT review, Parlett said: “Last year Mike Penning, Minister for Transport, stood here and said he would shortly be announcing a review of the MOT. One year on and we are still waiting for this announcement. “
He added: “The Federation calls on Government to reflect on the success of the existing scheme and not necessarily follow the example of our European partners. The existing situation much be addressed as a matter of urgency not losing sight of the fact that the MOT was introduced to improve safety on the road along with a reduction of road deaths.”
The RMI has been engaged with the DfT for some time on the wider issues around the current test and continue to view the review as a ‘positive step’ and plans to work with the DfT. However, the trade body is opposed to any change in test frequency.