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Originally Posted by Sheraton
we can all have views/opinions on the matter - however - a failed mot is a failed mot and you are only permitted to drive the car (within reasonable distance) for repairs/re-test 
doesn't matter if there are 6 months or 2 days left on the last mot - failed mot = not roadworthy/legal
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Originally Posted by clf
That's how it was clarified the last time this came up, with official confirmation of the updated mot guidance notes.
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The law hasn't changed - the "summary" on the government website changed to imply it had and then it got changed again to go the other way.
https://www.gov.uk/getting-an-mot/after-the-test
"Failing the MOT {...} If your vehicle fails the MOT {...} Driving a vehicle that’s failed
You can take your vehicle away if your MOT certificate is still valid.
If your MOT has run out you can take your vehicle to:
have the failed defects fixed
a pre-arranged MOT test appointment
In both cases, your vehicle still needs to meet the minimum standards of roadworthiness at all times or you can be fined."