February 3rd, 2022




The DVSA has released special notice 2.1 & 2.2 as below:

2.1 Decelerometer Calibration

From 1 April 2023, all decelerometers must be calibrated at intervals not exceeding 1 year. This is a change from the current 2 year cycle.

Decelerometer calibration certificates issued before 1 April 2023 will be acceptable until they expire. After this, the equipment must be calibrated annually.

2.2 Brake Tester & Headlamp Tester Calibration

The DVSA have released special notice 2.1 & 2.2 as below:

From 1 April 2023, calibration of brake testers and headlamp testers will no longer be acceptable if completed by vehicle testing station (VTS) staff.

Calibration must only be completed by either:

- the original manufacturer

- a company that has taken over responsibility for equipment support from the manufacturer

- a calibration specialist

VTSs employing independent calibration specialists must satisfy themselves of the technical competence and viability of the company concerned and be able to demonstrate this to DVSA upon request.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mot-special-notice-01-23-inspection-manual-and-testing-guide-updates/mot-special-notice-01-23-inspection-manual-and-testing-guide-updates


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