MOTScout

MOT Test Centres in Gateshead

44 MOT garages in the Gateshead area

82.8%
Area Pass Rate

44

Test Centres

82.8%

Area Pass Rate (+0.5% vs national)

3

Motorcycle MOT

15

Van/Class 7

National Chains in Gateshead

ATS (1)HALFORDS (3)

MOT Centres Map — Gateshead

MOT Testing in Gateshead

There are 44 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Gateshead. The area MOT pass rate is 82.8%, which is close to the national average of 82.3%.

The maximum MOT fee for cars (Class 4) is £54.85, though many garages in Gateshead charge less. 3 centres also offer motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 & 2). 15 centres can test larger vans and commercial vehicles (Class 7).

National chains with branches in Gateshead include ATS, 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 Gateshead

3

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

3

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

42

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

5

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

15

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Gateshead

AVENUE GARAGE (LOW FELL)

JOICEY ROAD, LOW FELL, NE9 5YL

Class 4
View details →

EVANS HALSHAW HYUNDAI GATESHEAD

SHEARLEGS ROAD, NE8 3EJ

Class 4
View details →

ANN STREET GARAGE

PRINCE CONSORT ROAD, NE8 4DS

Class 4
View details →

SWINGBRIDGE GARAGE

UNIT 3, SOUTHSHORE ROAD, NE8 3AE

Class 4
View details →

NORTH EAST AUTOSERVICES - GATESHEAD

BENSHAM ROAD, NE8 1US

Class 4
View details →

DUNSTON VAN & TRUCK CENTRE

HALIFAX PLACE, DUNSTON, NE11 9JZ

Class 4Class 7
View details →

BENFIELD MOTOR GROUP

STONEYGATE LANE, NE10 0AZ

Class 4Class 7
View details →

AUTOCARE

HIGH STREET, WREKENTON, NE9 7JS

Class 4
View details →

JENNINGS GATESHEAD

ESLINGTON PARK, DUNSTON, NE8 2TZ

Class 4Class 5Class 7
View details →

ARMSTRONG & BRENNAN

COLLINGWOOD GARAGE, DUNSTON ROAD, DUNSTON, NE11 9EE

Class 4
View details →

GATESHEAD COUNCIL

LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, PARK ROAD, NE8 3HN

Class 4Class 5Class 7
View details →

ALBANY MOTORS

SALTMEADOWS ROAD, NE8 3AH

Class 4Class 5Class 7
View details →

PEARTREE MOT CENTRE LTD

OLD SUNDERLAND ROAD, FELLING, NE10 0AR

Class 4
View details →

CAUSEWAY GARAGE

SHERIFF HILL, NE9 5QP

Class 4
View details →

ATS EUROMASTER LIMITED

EARLSWAY, TEAM VALLEY TRADING ESTATE, NE11 0RQ

Class 4
View details →

DUNSTON MOT CENTRE

DUNSTON ROAD, DUNSTON, NE11 9EE

Class 4
View details →

EVANS HALSHAW VAUXHALL GATESHEAD

ST JAMES SQUARE, NE8 3RQ

Class 4
View details →

NOBLES MOT CENTRE LTD

SUNDERLAND ROAD, NE10 0NR

Class 4
View details →

Gateshead MOT Centre

SALTWELL ROAD, NE8 4TE

Class 4
View details →

HALFORDS AUTOCENTRE

598 DURHAM ROAD, LOW FELL, NE9 6HY

Class 4
View details →

ROYAL MAIL GROUP PLC FLEET AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES

VEHICLE SERVICES WORKSHOP, TYNESIDE RTW EARLSWAY, TEAM VALLEY TRADING ESTATE, NE11 0YY

Class 4Class 7
View details →

TRADE VANS UK

UNIT 1, R/O Coxon Terrace, Sunderland Road, NE10 0AQ

Class 4Class 7
View details →

TRIUMPH NEWCASTLE

Ellison Road, Eslington Park, NE8 2QU

Class 1Class 2
View details →

C AND G MOT CENTRE

UNIT 12, PELAW INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE10 0UP

Class 4
View details →

G C AUTOS LTD

UNIT 13, SALTMEADOWS ROAD, NE8 3AH

Class 4Class 7
View details →

TRUTH MOTOR COMPANY

8 - 11 ELLISON ROAD, DUNSTON, NE11 9SS

View details →

KELDINE AUTOS

BRAMA TEAMS INDUSTRIAL PARK, ROPERY ROAD, DUNSTON, NE8 2RD

Class 4Class 7
View details →

KB AUTOS

4 HEWORTH WAY, PELAW INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE10 0UW

Class 4Class 7
View details →

TEAM VALLEY MOT LTD

17 OCTAVIAN WAY, TEAM VALLEY, NE11 0HZ

Class 1Class 2Class 4Class 5Class 7
View details →

CIC AUTOS

UNIT 382F, JEDBURGH COURT, TEAM VALLEY TRADING ESTATE, NE11 0BQ

Class 1Class 2Class 4
View details →

Showing 30 of 44 centres

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Gateshead?
There are 44 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Gateshead. 3 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Gateshead?
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 Gateshead charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Gateshead area?
The MOT pass rate in the Gateshead area is 82.8%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Gateshead?
Yes — 3 MOT centres in Gateshead are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).