P & R BENN
MOT Test Centre in Cockermouth
Station Details
- Address
- COCKERMOUTH 4 X 4 CENTRE, LAKELAND AGRICULTURAL CENTRE
- Postcode
- CA13 0QQ
- Phone
- 0190 082 6566
- Vehicle Classes
- Class 1Class 2Class 4Class 5Class 7
What This Centre Tests
Class 1 — Motorcycles up to 200cc
Max £29.65Small motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters under 200cc engine capacity.
Class 2 — Motorcycles over 200cc
Max £29.65Motorcycles with engine capacity over 200cc, including sidecars.
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
82.5%
Area MOT pass rate: 82.5%
National average: 82.3% • 6 centres in Cockermouth
County/District: Cumberland • Region: North West
💡 Before Your MOT at P & R BENN
- 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 P & R BENN test?▼
P & R BENN is authorised to conduct MOT tests for Class 1, Class 2, 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 P & R BENN?▼
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 P & R BENN on 0190 082 6566 for their current price.
Where is P & R BENN located?▼
P & R BENN is located at COCKERMOUTH 4 X 4 CENTRE, LAKELAND AGRICULTURAL CENTRE, CA13 0QQ in Cockermouth. The area is in Cumberland.
What if my car fails the MOT at P & R BENN?▼
If your vehicle fails, P & R BENN 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.