Editing MOT test (section)

===2012===
In 2012 the MOT test was radically overhauled with many items not previously included in the test now becoming standard.<ref>[http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/car-servicing-repair/mot-changes-2012.html The AA - New mandatory test items from 2012] Retrieved 20 February 2012</ref>

It also saw the introduction in Great Britain of 'receipt style' plain paper certificates that serve as a notification that a 'pass' entry has been recorded on the DVSA database. The MOT test number contained on the certificate gives access to the vehicle's current test status as well as its test history from 2005 onwards, via the DVSA web site. MOT certificates in Northern Ireland continue to be issued on paper, accompanied by a paper 'certificate disc' which must be displayed on the vehicle. Display of these discs has been mandatory on Northern Ireland tested cars since 2008. However, this was abolished in April 2015.

From 18 November, the MOT<ref>{{cite web|url=https://motorscan.co.uk/mot-check-guide|title=A guide to the MOT Test|access-date=16 October 2020}}</ref> certificate shows the vehicle's recent mileage history. This was introduced as part of a government initiative to reduce vehicle crime. Where available, the mileage history will comprise the readings associated with the three most recent VT20s (test passes) along with the date of those readings.