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MOT Test Centres in Cornwall

18 MOT garages in the Cornwall area

77.2%
Area Pass Rate

18

Test Centres

77.2%

Area Pass Rate (-5.1% vs national)

3

Motorcycle MOT

9

Van/Class 7

National Chains in Cornwall

HALFORDS (1)

MOT Centres Map — Cornwall

MOT Testing in Cornwall

There are 18 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Cornwall. The area MOT pass rate is 77.2%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.

The maximum MOT fee for cars (Class 4) is £54.85, though many garages in Cornwall charge less. 3 centres also offer motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 & 2). 9 centres can test larger vans and commercial vehicles (Class 7).

National chains with branches in Cornwall include HALFORDS. 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 Cornwall

3

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

3

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

17

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

4

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

9

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Cornwall

ALLENS MOT TESTING STATION

37 MOUNT CHARLES ROAD, ST AUSTELL, PL25 3LB

Class 4
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BADGERS CROSS WORKSHOPS

BADGERSCROSS, GULVAL, PENZANCE, TR20 8XE

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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EDWARD G BROKENSHIRE AND SONS

PENWYN GARAGE, HENDRA ROAD, ST DENNIS, ST AUSTELL, PL26 8EQ

Class 4Class 7
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VINTEC AUTOMOTIVE

UNIT A9 & A10 CARDREW BUSINESS PARK, REDRUTH, TR15 1SQ

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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JAMES & ALDRIDGE GARAGE LTD

PLOT 3 BUDE STRATTON BUSINESS PARK, STRATTON, BUDE, EX23 8LY

Class 4Class 7
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VERTU LAND ROVER TRURO

6 CORNWALL BUSINESS PARK WEST, SCORRIER, TR16 5BN

Class 4
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TRELAWNEY GARAGE LIMITED

1 BROOKLANDS VIEW, PORT ISAAC, PL29 3AE

Class 4Class 7
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SPRYS GARAGE

PENNYGILLAM INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, LAUNCESTON, PL15 7ED

Class 4Class 7
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HAWKINS MOTORS LIMITED

UNITS 3-5 DOUGLAS BUSINESS PARK, PENNYGILLAM WAY, LAUNCESTON, PL15 7FU

Class 4
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STATION MOT LISKEARD

UNIT 8 MILLER BUSINESS PARK, STATION ROAD, LISKEARD, PL14 4DA

Class 4Class 7
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S R MOTORING SERVICES

UNIT 2 COURSE VIEW, KENNARDS HOUSE, LAUNCESTON, PL15 8QE

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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THREEMILESTONE MOT CENTRE

UNIT 34 THREEMILESTONE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, THREEMILESTONE, TRURO, TR4 9LD

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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RTA RECOVERY & GARAGE SERVICES LTD

UNIT 20 THE FORGE INDUSTRIAL PARK, NORTH ROSKEAR, CAMBORNE, TR14 0AW

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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SHAUN KING VEHICLE ENGINEERING

PENINCE, ST BLAZEY, PAR, PL24 2SU

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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ALFORDS AUTO REPAIR (SW) LIMITED

UNIT 2, 21C SALTASH PARKWAY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SALTASH, PL12 6LF

Class 4
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RIVER VALLEY GARAGE LTD

KINGSWOOD, LONDON APPRENTICE, ST AUSTELL, PL26 7AR

Class 1Class 2
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DRAKEWALLS GARAGE

UNITS 4 & 5 BEDFORD UNITS, DRAKEWALLS, GUNNISLAKE, PL18 9EE

Class 4
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HALFORDS AUTOCENTRES LTD

UNIT 2B, PENTEWAN ROAD, ST AUSTELL, PL25 5BU

Class 4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Cornwall?
There are 18 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Cornwall. 3 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Cornwall?
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 Cornwall charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Cornwall area?
The MOT pass rate in the Cornwall area is 77.2%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Cornwall?
Yes — 3 MOT centres in Cornwall are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).