MOT

MOT

/ˌem əʊ ˈtiː/
Noun General British

Ministry of Transport test, annual vehicle safety inspection required for cars over 3 years old.

Example Sentences

"That's very MOT!"

Etymology & History

Ministry of Transport test, annual vehicle safety inspection required for cars over 3 years old. Named after former government department. Garage mechanics conduct MOT tests. American states have varying inspection requirements.

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Mild
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Formality
Informal
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