Replace a lost or damaged MOT certificate

You can get a replacement MOT certificate online if you’ve lost or damaged the original.

This service is free.

There’s a different service to get a replacement MOT certificate for vehicles tested in Northern Ireland.

Get a replacement MOT certificate

You’ll need:

  • the vehicle registration (number plate)
  • the 11-digit number from the vehicle log book (V5C)

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Other ways to apply

There are other ways to apply for a replacement MOT certificate if you cannot use this service. What you can do will depend on the type of vehicle you have.

Cars, motorcycles and vans

You can ask for a replacement certificate in person from any MOT centre. It does not have to be the centre that did the original MOT.

You’ll need to bring the vehicle registration (number plate) and log book (V5C) reference number. The centre can charge you up to £10.

Heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and trailers

You can fill in and post a document replacement form for HGVs and trailers (VTG59).

You’ll need to pay £13.

Public service vehicles (PSVs)

You can fill in and post a document replacement form for PSVs (VTP6).

You’ll need to pay £10.

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