MOT TESTING

We provide MOT services for all makes and models of class 4 vehicles and class 1 and 2 motorcycles. Our Vehicle test centre is approved by the DVSA and our MOT testers are authorised examiners trained by the DVSA and adhere to their regulations and guidelines.

Vehicle Classes

• Class 4 MOT test is for cars up to 8 passenger seats and light goods vehicles up to 3000kg

• Class 1 motorcycles up to 200cc

• Class 2 motorcycles over 200cc

What is an MOT

MOT stands for Ministry of Transport. This is the government department responsible for checking vehicle roadworthiness. The test was introduced in 1960.The purpose of an MOT is to check the vehicles safety, roadworthiness and exhaust emissions.

The Vehicle MOT test includes checks on:

A Motorcycle MOT includes checks on:

It does not look at the condition of the engine, gearbox or clutch. You can watch the MOT from our viewing area but you are not allowed to interrupt the tester.

Passing the MOT

If your vehicle passes its MOT you will get a certificate from the test centre and it will be recorded in the MOT database. You might also get a list of “minor” or “advisory” problems to fix in the future.

Failing the MOT

Your vehicle will fail if the test result lists “dangerous” or “major” problems with your vehicle. You might not be allowed to drive until you fix the problems. You might also get a list of “minor” or “advisory” problems to fix in the future.

If your vehicle fails the MOT You will get a “refusal of MOT certificate” from the test centre. It will be recorded in the MOT database. You can take your vehicle away if your current MOT certificate is still valid or no dangerous problems were listed in the MOT, otherwise you will need to get it repaired before you can drive it. You can be fined up to £2,500, be banned from driving and get 3 penalty points for driving a vehicle that has failed its MOT because of a dangerous problem.

We can price and carry out any repairs needed if your vehicle has failed, which includes a free re-test if the repairs are carried out within 10 working days from the fail date