Understanding Your MOT
DVSA Approved
Class 4
MOT Test Price
£40
Test Duration
~45–60 min
Book Up To
1 Month Early
£40
MOT Test
Why Your MOT Matters
A valid MOT is crucial for road safety and legality. It identifies potential issues before they become serious protecting you and other road users. Driving without one can lead to significant penalties.
What We Check
- Lights & Electrical
- Tyres & Wheels
- Exhaust & Emissions
- Braking System
- Steering & Suspension
- Visibility & Wipers
Preparing for Your MOT
Clean your vehicle
A clean car helps testers spot issues quickly — especially around lights, mirrors and number plates.
Check your lights
Walk around the car and test all bulbs: headlights (main & dipped), brake lights, indicators, fog and number plate lights.
Top up screen wash
An empty washer bottle is an instant MOT failure under modern testing rules.
Check tyre tread & pressure
Minimum legal tread is 1.6mm across the central 3/4 of the tyre. Inspect for cuts and bulges.
Test the horn & wipers
Wipers and washers must work properly; the horn must be loud, continuous and clearly audible.
Clear the dashboard warnings
Engine management, ABS, airbag and brake warning lights showing can fail the test.
MOT Questions Answered
How long does an MOT test take?
What happens if my car fails its MOT?
If your vehicle fails its MOT, we will provide you with a list of the issues. You can choose to have the repairs done by us or another garage. A partial retest is often free if repairs are completed within 10 working days at the same test centre.