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MOT Test Centres in Darwen

9 MOT garages in the Darwen area

84.7%
Area Pass Rate

9

Test Centres

84.7%

Area Pass Rate (+2.4% vs national)

2

Motorcycle MOT

3

Van/Class 7

National Chains in Darwen

FORMULA ONE (1)

MOT Centres Map — Darwen

MOT Testing in Darwen

There are 9 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Darwen. The area MOT pass rate is 84.7%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.

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

National chains with branches in Darwen include FORMULA ONE. 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 Darwen

2

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

2

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

1

Class 3

Three-wheelers

9

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

2

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

3

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Darwen

HODDLESDEN GARAGE

JOHNSON NEW ROAD, HODDLESDEN, BB3 3NN

Class 4
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ANCHOR MOT

BLACKBURN ROAD, BB3 0AB

Class 4
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GREENS MOT CENTRE

ROBIN BANK, ROBIN BANK ROAD, BB3 0DE

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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AUTO TEK

UNIT 2, Provident Garage, Cotton Hall Street, BB3 0DW

Class 4Class 7
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WENDYS MOT SHOP

UNIT 2 111 WATERY LANE, BB3 2EB

Class 1Class 2Class 3Class 4
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CENTRAL MOT CENTRE (DARWEN) LTD

UNIT 2, LODGE BANK WORKS, TAYLOR STREET, BB3 1DQ

Class 4
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FORMULA ONE AUTOCENTRES LIMITED

18-20 DUCKWORTH STREET, BB3 1QE

Class 4
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DARWEN TYRE AND EXHAUST SERVICES

BIRCHALL AVENUE, BB3 0JT

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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CICELEY COMMERCIALS LTD

JUNCTION 4 INTERSECTION M65, COMMERCIAL WAY, BB3 0DB

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Darwen?
There are 9 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Darwen. 2 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Darwen?
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 Darwen charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Darwen area?
The MOT pass rate in the Darwen area is 84.7%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Darwen?
Yes — 2 MOT centres in Darwen are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).