The main dataset used in this study is the anonymized MOT (Ministry of Transport) test database. The MOT test is mandatory for almost all passenger and light-goods vehicles, private buses and motorbikes in the United Kingdom, as required by the Road Traffic Act of 1988. The anonymized MOT test dataset used in this study however only covers tests in Great Britain. To ensure that vehicles are roadworthy and meet minimum environmental requirements, an MOT test must be taken at least once a year for vehicles that are 3 years or...

Electric vehicle (EVs) sales have slumped in Britain, with the public struggling to fall in love with the technology. A shortage of public chargers fuels 'range anxiety' among motorists worried about where they can top up their batteries, while high prices have also put off would-be buyers. Despite these fears, a new study claims that EVs are even more reliable than traditional cars and vans with petrol and diesel engines. Researchers from the University of Birmingham and the London School of Economics (LSE), analysed the 'health' of nearly 300 million...

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Battery-powered electric vehicles are now more reliable and can match the lifespans of traditional cars and vans with petrol and diesel engines—marking a pivotal moment in the drive towards sustainable transportation, a study reveals.