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Dept for Transport

Answer

Mr. Hancock: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport pursuant to the answers of 8 March 2004, Official Report, columns 1237-38W, on computerised MOT tests, what benefits were expected prior to tendering, of computerisation of the MOT test; and if he will make a statement on the disadvantages consequent on late delivery of the ordered system. [161497] Mr. Jamieson: The main benefits of computerising MOT testing are expected to be: Improved road safety and environmental protection by raising testing standards and enabling increased motorists' compliance with annual testing requirements. Increased consumer protection by improving the consistency of testing, reducing unnecessary MOT test failures and related repairs. Reduced crime and fraud by preventing fraudulent or unauthorised issue of test certificates and eliminating forgeries. Modernised and more efficient administration of the scheme through networking communications enabling real time access to testing information and results, reducing the compliance burden on MOT stations, and enabling delivery of an electronic vehicle relicensing service to motorists. Late delivery of the computerised service will mean that the current manual procedures will need to be retained for longer than envisaged.

Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

419 c10-1W; 161497

Session

2003-04

Subjects

Contracts Certification Administrative delays ICT Motor vehicles Standards Testing

Link

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