NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
MOT Test Centre in Choppington
Station Details
- Address
- STAKEFORD DEPOT, EAST VIEW, STAKEFORD
- Postcode
- NE62 5TR
- Phone
- 0167 062 2937
- Vehicle Classes
- Class 4Class 5Class 7
- Google Rating
- ★3.7(3 reviews)
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
82.8%
Area MOT pass rate: 82.8%
National average: 82.3% • 3 centres in Choppington
County/District: Northumberland • Region: North East
💡 Before Your MOT at NORTHUMBERLAND 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 NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL test?▼
NORTHUMBERLAND 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 NORTHUMBERLAND 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 NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL on 0167 062 2937 for their current price.
Where is NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL located?▼
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL is located at STAKEFORD DEPOT, EAST VIEW, STAKEFORD, NE62 5TR in Choppington. The area is in Northumberland.
What if my car fails the MOT at NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL?▼
If your vehicle fails, NORTHUMBERLAND 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.