Mon–Fri 8–5:30 · Sat 8:30–12:30
MOT testing · Class 4
Your MOT, explained plainly.
We test cars, taxis and small vans in our own DVSA-approved bay. If anything fails, you get the sheet, a plain-English explanation and a price. No pressure to have the work done here.
£54.85
The maximum fee
Retest free when we fix it
At a glance
The MOT in six lines.
The MOT checks your car meets the legal minimum on the day. It isn’t a service, so we’d still book one in each year.
Cars over three years old, every year from then on.
Up to a month (minus a day) before it runs out. You keep the same renewal date.
45 to 60 minutes. Wait in the waiting room, or drop it off for the day.
£54.85, the maximum fee for a class 4 MOT.
Free partial retest within 10 working days when we do the repairs.
On the DVSA database before you leave, and a copy by email.
What we check
Twelve areas, the same way every time.
01
Lights
Headlamp aim, indicators, brake lights and the rear fog.
02
Brakes
Performance on the roller tester, pads, discs and the handbrake.
03
Tyres & wheels
1.6mm tread across the middle three-quarters, cuts and bulges.
04
Steering & suspension
Play in joints, worn bushes, leaking shocks.
05
Seatbelts & seats
Every belt latches, retracts and isn’t frayed.
06
Screen & wipers
Chips in the driver’s view, wiper blades, washer fluid.
07
Exhaust & emissions
Leaks, security and the smoke or gas test.
08
Body & structure
Corrosion near mounting points, sharp edges.
09
Horn
Works, and it’s a single steady tone.
10
Mirrors
Present, secure and not cracked.
11
Fuel system
No leaks, and the filler cap seals.
12
Plates & VIN
Right font and spacing, readable, VIN matches.
Reminder note
Never miss an MOT again.
Tick the reminder box when you book and we’ll text you four weeks before your next MOT is due, and once more a week before. Just the reminder, no offers. Reply STOP any time.
Book and set a reminder →
From: KESBYS
Text · 09:02
Hi Sam, the MOT on AB12 CDE runs out on 14 Nov. Reply BOOK and we’ll call with a time, or ring 01632 960 776.
Questions
Things people ask at the counter.
Anything else, ring the workshop. Someone who does the tests will answer.
When is my first MOT due?
Three years after the car was first registered, then every year after that. The date is on your last MOT certificate, or check it free on the GOV.UK MOT history service.
How early can I book it?
Up to a month (minus a day) before it runs out, and you keep the same renewal date. Book in the last few weeks and you lose nothing.
What happens if it fails?
We give you the failure sheet, explain each item in plain English and quote for the repairs. You're free to take it elsewhere. Leave it with us and the partial retest within 10 working days is free.
Can I drive away after a fail?
Only if your old MOT is still valid and nothing on the sheet is marked dangerous. If it is, we'll talk through the options, including the courtesy car.
Do I need to stay while it's tested?
No. Most people drop the car at 8am and collect after lunch. If you'd rather wait, a test takes 45 to 60 minutes and the kettle's on.
Do you test vans and motorhomes?
We test class 4 vehicles: cars, taxis and vans up to 3,000kg. Bigger motorhomes and class 7 vans need a specialist; ask and we'll point you to one.