Farmers told to check vehicles’ MoT status and driving licence renewals

Farmers and crofters are being asked to check the MoT status of their vehicles and driving licence renewals.

NFU Scotland legal and technical committee chairman Tom French said there was potential for backlogs around both as Covid-19 restrictions are eased.

He said MoT extensions, granted at the beginning of the pandemic, had come to an end and farmers should check the MoT status of their vehicles on the UK Government website.

They should also check the renewal date for their driving licences, rather than relying on a reminder in the post.

“The implications of being caught out, whether it is a delay to getting your MoT or renewing your licence, will introduce yet more disruption and potential delays to getting on with the day job, especially during this busy period of silage, harvest and sales,” said Mr French.

“This is a gentle reminder to check your driving licence renewal date to see if one is looming and, if it is, then be proactive in getting it renewed. Also, if needed, book your MoT in advance and to give plenty of notice to your garage to avoid disappointment.”