Chitty Chitty Bang Bang banned from parade

The flying car from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang has been banned from taking part in a city celebration, because it hasn't got an MOT.

It was due to drive through the streets of Norwich as part of the lord mayor’s procession, where it would have been watched by thousands of fans.

Then the motor - from the  classic 1968 movie - was due to be displayed by Norwich’s Theatre Royal.

But organisers have now been told that because it doesn't have a valid MOT it can't - even though roads are closed to normal traffic.

A spokesperson for Norwich City Council said they disappointed with the news ... but wondered why the car needed an MOT if it was flying.