MOT special notice 01-26: zero emission goods vehicles 3,501kg to 4,250kg become class 7
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The official DVSA notice confirms that from 1 June 2026 zero emission goods vehicles weighing 3,501-4,250kg are reclassified as class 7 for MOT testing, affecting fleet operators and testing capacity.
- Affected location
- See original notice
- Affected mode
- See original notice
- Notice issued
- 12 May 2026 · time not published by source
Verify before acting: operational disruption changes quickly. Always confirm the current position with the original source or your operator before making transport or booking decisions.
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Source attribution
- Source organisation
- GOV.UK (DVSA)
- Original date
- 12 May 2026
- Published by us
- 17 Sept 2026
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