DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
MOT Test Centre in Belper
Station Details
- Address
- COUNTY TRANSPORT, AMBERGATE WORKSHOP, RIPLEY ROAD, AMBERGATE
- Postcode
- DE56 2ER
- Phone
- 0162 953 2292
- Vehicle Classes
- Class 4Class 5Class 7
What This Centre Tests
Class 4 — Cars & Light Vans
Max £54.85Cars, taxis, private hire vehicles, ambulances, motor caravans, and goods vehicles up to 3,000kg.
Class 5 — Large Passenger Vehicles
Max £54.85Passenger vehicles with 13 or more seats, including school buses and minibuses.
Class 7 — Commercial Vans
Max £58.60Goods vehicles between 3,000kg and 3,500kg design gross weight. Includes large vans like the Ford Transit.
Area Information
84.0%
Area MOT pass rate: 84.0%
National average: 82.3% • 5 centres in Belper
County/District: Derbyshire • Region: East Midlands
💡 Before Your MOT at DERBYSHIRE COUNTY 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 DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL test?▼
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY 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 DERBYSHIRE COUNTY 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 DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL on 0162 953 2292 for their current price.
Where is DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL located?▼
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL is located at COUNTY TRANSPORT, AMBERGATE WORKSHOP, RIPLEY ROAD, AMBERGATE, DE56 2ER in Belper. The area is in Derbyshire.
What if my car fails the MOT at DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL?▼
If your vehicle fails, DERBYSHIRE COUNTY 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.