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MOT Test Centres in County Durham

5 MOT garages in the County Durham area

80.9%
Area Pass Rate

5

Test Centres

80.9%

Area Pass Rate (-1.4% vs national)

2

Motorcycle MOT

2

Van/Class 7

MOT Centres Map — County Durham

MOT Testing in County Durham

There are 5 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in County Durham. The area MOT pass rate is 80.9%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.

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

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 County Durham

2

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

2

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

4

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

1

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

2

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in County Durham

L & J AUTOS

UNIT 6 ESH WINNING INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, DH7 9PT

Class 4
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FENCEHOUSES MOT CENTRE LTD

STATION HOUSE, FENCEHOUSES, DH4 6AA

Class 1Class 2Class 4Class 5Class 7
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ASHCROFTS CAR CENTRE

STRANGFORD ROAD, SEAHAM, SR7 8QE

Class 4
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WHITEHOUSE MOT CENTRE

UNIT 1, BEWICK MAIN, BIRTLEY, DH2 1XG

Class 4Class 7
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ROOSTER MOTORCYCLES & SALVAGE LTD

UNIT 6 A MORRISON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NEW KYO, STANLEY, DH9 7RU

Class 1Class 2
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in County Durham?
There are 5 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in County Durham. 2 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in County Durham?
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 County Durham charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the County Durham area?
The MOT pass rate in the County Durham area is 80.9%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in County Durham?
Yes — 2 MOT centres in County Durham are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).