Illegal Exhaust Firm Slapped with £7,234 Fine in DVSA Crackdown
DVSA Wins Big Against Rogue Exhaust Modders
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has landed a major blow on AET Motorsport, a Kirklees-based outfit caught fitting unlawful aftermarket exhausts. The company was convicted for installing “Pop and Bang Remap Software Upgrades” that pump up engine noise beyond legal limits. This court victory is a landmark win for the DVSA and noise nuisance fighters fed up with booming modified exhausts wrecking the peace.
AET Motorsport’s Illegal Modifications Exposed
- AET Motorsport removed catalytic converters and replaced them with ‘delete pipes’, illegal on UK roads.
- They tampered with ECU software to crank up exhaust volume – making cars fail MOT and noise standards.
- The firm never warned customers their cars would become illegal after the tweaks.
- Magistrates hit the company with fines and costs totalling a whopping £7,234.
DVSA Investigation Uncovers Open Defiance
The DVSA Market Surveillance Unit dug deep into AET Motorsport’s shenanigans and found the company blatantly advertising these illegal mods. Official tests confirmed the exhaust noise far exceeded lawful levels, risking safety and public nuisance. As Christopher Dormand, DVSA’s head investigator, said:
“This investigation shows DVSA takes this activity seriously and we will continue to take strong action on offenders.”
Public Cheers Noise Camera Crackdown
This ruling backs public backing of new ‘noise cameras’ trialled by the Department for Transport. These cameras help police fine noisy vehicles £50 on the spot, aiming to shut down the booming exhaust culture once and for all. With people across the UK fed up with raucous engines, the DVSA’s tough stance is music to their ears.
What This Means for UK Car Mods
The conviction sends a crystal-clear warning to car tuning businesses: break the noise and emissions laws, and you’ll pay up. It’s a vital step towards cleaning up the country’s streets and protecting communities from vehicle noise pollution. The DVSA has made it clear – they’re cracking down hard and won’t hesitate to take action.
