Changes to Heavy Vehicle testing in early 2026
Changes to Heavy Vehicle testing in early 2026
Over the last few months, we’ve sent out information on some of the changes coming into the heavy vehicle testing process.
Creating a Vehicle Examination Facility network for approvals tests
We’re transforming the way we conduct vehicle approval services, introducing Vehicle Examination Facilities for Individual Vehicle Approval and Motorcycle Single Vehicle Approval...
What our new Light Goods Vehicle strategy means for you
Over the next year, we will be using a new approach to improve compliance around light goods vehicles (LGVs) and their trailers. This means we’ll heavily concentrate on particular higher-risk sectors – working with them and focusing our roadside enforcement …
Introducing the Maintenance Provision Rating Scheme (MPRS)
Finding a reliable workshop where you have confidence in what you’re buying, just got easier with the launch of the industry’s Maintenance Provision Rating Scheme (MPRS).
The importance of load security
Load security is incredibly important but is often overlooked. It’s a topic which may not seem exciting or interesting, but the consequences of neglecting it can be truly devastating. Back in December 2024, Driver Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) updated its …
Heavy vehicle testing and approvals: what we’re working on
I wanted to update you on some of the work we’re doing behind the scenes at DVSA in the heavy vehicle testing and approvals world. This year has seen us invest in upgrading our systems, modernising our services and providing a more efficient service for our customers up and down the country.
RHA and DVSA job shadow for National Lorry Week
As part of DVSA’s vision to develop better partnerships with industry, we were really pleased to agree to set up some job shadowing opportunities with the Road Haulage Association (RHA) when they first approached us. RHA wanted the shadowing to …
Using DVSA Data
As part of DVSA’s routine work we collect data – for example from the annual test or MOT. In line with wider government policy, we make as much of that data available publicly or to the customers who have a direct interest in it.
What we're working on: improving our digital services
Gordon Thomson, DVSA's Head of Vehicle Testing, explains the work we’re doing to improve our digital services in the latest what we're working on blog post.
Maintaining Professional Standards
Some of you are reaching the end of your Driver Qualification Card’s (DQC) life. So you’ll need to make sure that your training is booked and logged as soon as you can and certainly before it expires.
DVSA Vision 2030 and what it means for enforcement
DVSA’s vision to 2030 sets out how we will be keeping Britain moving safely and sustainably. In the latest blog post, Caroline Hicks, DVSA Head Regulatory Services and Transformation, explains our plans for the future.