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noun
An annual test of roadworthiness for most UK motor vehicles over three years old, or four years old in Northern Ireland).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK
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Synonyms: vehicle inspection, MOT
Antonyms: none provided
noun
a compulsory annual test of older motor vehicles for safety and exhaust fumes
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: MOT, Ministry of Transportation test
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: test, trial, run
History
From Initialism of Ministry of Transport (more details at MOT).
