MOT Test Costs 2025
The DVSA sets maximum fees that garages cannot exceed. Many charge less — especially if you shop around.
Class 4 — Cars
Private cars and light passenger vehicles with up to 8 passenger seats.
Class 7 — Vans & Light Commercial
Goods vehicles between 3,000kg and 3,500kg design gross weight.
Class 5 — Large Passenger Vehicles
Minibuses and vehicles with more than 8 passenger seats.
Class 1 & 2 — Motorcycles
Motorcycles, mopeds, and motor tricycles.
Car MOT Cost Guide
Full guide to Class 4 car MOT fees, what's included, and how to find a cheaper test.
Read guide →Van MOT Cost Guide
Class 7 van and light commercial MOT fees, rules, and how to reduce costs.
Read guide →Compare MOT Providers
Halfords, Kwik Fit, and independent garages — who charges what and what to look for.
Read guide →How to Pay Less for Your MOT
- The maximum fee is a ceiling, not the standard price — many garages charge £25–£40 for cars.
- National chains (Halfords, Kwik Fit, ATS) regularly run deals, especially online bookings.
- Booking an MOT + service together often gets a discount on one or both.
- Council-run test centres tend to be priced competitively.
- Avoid garages at petrol stations and motorway service areas — they often charge the maximum.
- Check Groupon and voucher sites — MOT deals appear regularly.
Retest Fees
If your vehicle fails and is repaired at the same garage within 10 working days, you're entitled to a free partial retest — only the failed items are re-examined. Taking the vehicle elsewhere means paying for a full retest at the new garage's rate.