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MOT Test Centres in Bishop Auckland

21 MOT garages in the Bishop Auckland area

81.7%
Area Pass Rate

21

Test Centres

81.7%

Area Pass Rate (-0.6% vs national)

5

Motorcycle MOT

6

Van/Class 7

National Chains in Bishop Auckland

KWIK FIT (1)HALFORDS (1)FORMULA ONE (1)

MOT Centres Map — Bishop Auckland

MOT Testing in Bishop Auckland

There are 21 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Bishop Auckland. The area MOT pass rate is 81.7%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.

The maximum MOT fee for cars (Class 4) is £54.85, though many garages in Bishop Auckland charge less. 5 centres also offer motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 & 2). 6 centres can test larger vans and commercial vehicles (Class 7).

National chains with branches in Bishop Auckland include KWIK FIT, HALFORDS, FORMULA ONE. Many independent garages also operate here, often at competitive prices.

You can book your MOT up to one month before it expires without losing the expiry date. We recommend booking in the morning — if repairs are needed, the garage has time to fix and retest the same day.

Vehicle Classes Tested in Bishop Auckland

5

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

5

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

18

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

3

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

6

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Bishop Auckland

RMH VEHICLE SERVICES LIMITED

ABRAHAM ENTERPRISE PARK, ST HELEN AUKLAND, DL14 9TT

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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CARSA HOLDINGS LIMITED

5 WEST AUCKLAND ROAD, DL14 9TW

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CROWN GARAGE COCKFIELD LTD

COCKFIELD, DL13 5EN

Class 4
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KWIK FIT

COCKTON HILL ROAD, DL14 6JN

Class 4
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J L VEITCH

DENE VIEW GARAGE, SATLEY, DL13 4HT

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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OAKLEY SERVICE STATION LTD

STAINDROP ROAD, WEST AUCKLAND, DL14 9PB

Class 4
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CENTRAL TYRE

BRANTWOOD TERRACE, TINDALE CRESCENT, DL14 9TA

Class 4
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RIDLEY EXHAUSTS LIMITED

BRICKFLATS GARAGE, TOW LAW, DL13 4AX

Class 1Class 2Class 4Class 5Class 7
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MOTOR TEK

EDEN GARAGE, COLLINGWOOD STREET, COUNDON, DL14 8LL

Class 4
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CHESTER GARAGE

CHESTER STREET, DL14 7LP

Class 4
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G W HOLMES AND SON

ETHERLEY MOOR GARAGE, ETHERLEY MOOR, DL14 0JU

Class 4
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HOLDFORTH FAST FIT CENTRE LTD

HOLDFORTH GARAGE, HOLDFORTH CRESCENT, DL14 6DU

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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BISHOP AUCKLAND TYRES 'N' TESTS LTD

CHESTER STREET, DL14 7LP

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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BONDISLE GARAGE

BONDISLE WAY, STANHOPE, DL13 2YT

Class 4
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BISHI-TECH MOTORS

MILL GARAGE, STATION ROAD, WEST AUCKLAND, DL14 9HE

Class 1Class 2
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S & S AUTO REPAIRS

UNIT 1D AGL BUSINESS PARK, COUNDON, DL14 8NR

Class 4Class 7
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HALFORDS AUTOCENTRE

UNIT 2 ABRAHAM INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, DL14 9TT

Class 7
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FORMULA ONE AUTOCENTRES LIMITED

UNIT 3 & 4 HERITAGE PARK, DL14 9AE

Class 4
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JOHN PYE MOTORS LTD

TINDALE CRESCENT, DL14 9SX

Class 4Class 7
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AUCKSIDE MOTORS LTD

21A AUCKLAND CRESCENT, ST HELENS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, DL14 9AD

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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BROOKSIDE GARAGE

BROOKSIDE GARAGE, EVENWOOD, DL14 9RA

Class 4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Bishop Auckland?
There are 21 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Bishop Auckland. 5 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Bishop Auckland?
The maximum MOT fee is set by the DVSA at £54.85 for cars (Class 4), £29.65 for motorcycles, and £58.60 for larger vans (Class 7). Many garages in Bishop Auckland charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Bishop Auckland area?
The MOT pass rate in the Bishop Auckland area is 81.7%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Bishop Auckland?
Yes — 5 MOT centres in Bishop Auckland are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).