Hi Trevor.....welcome to the Club
I would imagine that the best thing to do is to book in an MOT test at your local garage and get them to text you the appointment details.
This is then proof that you are driving to the MOT station (albeit in England) and this is legitimate as the certificate expired whilst out of the country.
The only thing I would ensure is that the car is 100% road legal....tyres, lights, brakes, etc.
Let us know how it all goes
Cheers, Trevor