COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED
MOT Test Centre in Colchester
Station Details
- Address
- 1 SPURGEON STREET, THE HYTHE
- Postcode
- CO1 2NS
- Phone
- 0120 679 3181
- 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
81.7%
Area MOT pass rate: 81.7%
National average: 82.3% • 87 centres in Colchester
County/District: Essex • Region: East of England
💡 Before Your MOT at COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED
- 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 COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED test?▼
COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED 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 COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED?▼
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 COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED on 0120 679 3181 for their current price.
Where is COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED located?▼
COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED is located at 1 SPURGEON STREET, THE HYTHE, CO1 2NS in Colchester. The area is in Essex.
What if my car fails the MOT at COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED?▼
If your vehicle fails, COLCHESTER TYRE CENTRE (MOT) LIMITED 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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