MOT Centres Near Me
Find Your Nearest Test Station
Search 23,000+ government approved MOT vehicle testing stations nationwide — including address, contact number, and vehicle classes they're authorised to test.
About MOT Testing in the UK
An MOT test is a legal requirement for most vehicles over three years old registered in the UK. Carried out by a DVSA-authorised testing station, it checks that your vehicle meets minimum road safety and environmental standards. A new MOT must be obtained every 12 months. Driving without a valid MOT certificate — other than driving directly to a pre-booked test — is illegal and can result in a fine of up to £1,000.
The maximum fee for a standard car (Class 4) MOT is set by the government at £54.85. Testing stations may charge less but cannot legally charge more. Many garages offer discounted MOTs, free partial retests, and same-day appointments — especially on weekdays. MOTChecker lists over 23,000 DVSA-approved test centres across England, Wales, and Scotland so you can find and compare local options.
Vehicle classes
Which MOT do you need?
Not all centres test every vehicle type. Use the filter above to show only centres approved for yours.
Motorcycle MOT
Less than half the car fee
All motorcycles, mopeds & scooters. Class 1 ≤200cc, Class 2 >200cc. Not all garages hold this approval.
Car & Taxi MOT
Most widely available
Private cars, taxis & vehicles up to 8 passenger seats. The majority of centres hold Class 4 approval.
Minibus MOT
Check approval before booking
Minibuses, ambulances & vehicles with more than 8 seats. Only a subset of centres are DVSA-approved for Class 5.
Van & LGV MOT
3,000–3,500 kg vehicles
Transit-size vans & light goods vehicles needing larger ramps. Use the Class 7 filter to find approved centres.
Government-set maximum fees. Many garages charge less.