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CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL

MOT Test Centre in Banbury

Station Details

Address
THORPE LANE DEPOT, THORPE WAY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
Postcode
OX16 4UT
Vehicle Classes
Class 4Class 5Class 7
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What This Centre Tests

Class 4 — Cars & Light Vans

Max £54.85

Cars, taxis, private hire vehicles, ambulances, motor caravans, and goods vehicles up to 3,000kg.

Class 5 — Large Passenger Vehicles

Max £54.85

Passenger vehicles with 13 or more seats, including school buses and minibuses.

Class 7 — Commercial Vans

Max £58.60

Goods vehicles between 3,000kg and 3,500kg design gross weight. Includes large vans like the Ford Transit.

Area Information

82.0%
Good

Area MOT pass rate: 82.0%

National average: 82.3% • 38 centres in Banbury

County/District: Oxfordshire • Region: South East

💡 Before Your MOT at CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL

  • Check all lights — blown bulbs are the #1 MOT failure
  • Tyre tread must be at least 1.6mm (use the 20p coin test)
  • Dashboard warning lights (engine, ABS, airbag) must not stay on
  • Windscreen wipers must clear effectively and washer fluid must work
  • Book in the morning — gives time for repairs + retest the same day

Frequently Asked Questions

What vehicle classes does CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL test?▼
CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL is authorised to conduct MOT tests for Class 4, Class 5, Class 7 vehicles. This includes cars, taxis, and light vans. They can also test larger commercial vans up to 3,500kg.
How much does an MOT cost at CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL?▼
The DVSA sets maximum MOT fees: £54.85 for cars (Class 4), £29.65 for motorcycles, and £58.60 for large vans (Class 7). Many garages charge less than the maximum. Call CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL on 0129 522 1916 for their current price.
Where is CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL located?▼
CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL is located at THORPE LANE DEPOT, THORPE WAY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, OX16 4UT in Banbury. The area is in Oxfordshire.
What if my car fails the MOT at CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL?▼
If your vehicle fails, CHERWELL DISTRICT COUNCIL will provide a list of failure items. If they repair the faults and retest within 10 working days, the partial retest is usually free. You can also get repairs done elsewhere and return for a full retest.

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