East Lothian Council
MOT Test Centre in East Lothian
Station Details
- Address
- VPMU UNIT 1, MACMERRY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, MACMERRY
- Postcode
- EH33 1RD
- Phone
- 0187 561 8608
- 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
79.9%
Area MOT pass rate: 79.9%
National average: 82.3% • 5 centres in East Lothian
County/District: East Lothian
💡 Before Your MOT at East Lothian Council
- 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 East Lothian Council test?▼
East Lothian Council 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 East Lothian Council?▼
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 East Lothian Council on 0187 561 8608 for their current price.
Where is East Lothian Council located?▼
East Lothian Council is located at VPMU UNIT 1, MACMERRY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, MACMERRY, EH33 1RD in East Lothian. The area is in East Lothian.
What if my car fails the MOT at East Lothian Council?▼
If your vehicle fails, East Lothian Council 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.