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MOT Test Centres in Kirkwall

7 MOT garages in the Kirkwall area

82.9%
Area Pass Rate

7

Test Centres

82.9%

Area Pass Rate (+0.6% vs national)

1

Motorcycle MOT

1

Van/Class 7

MOT Centres Map — Kirkwall

MOT Testing in Kirkwall

There are 7 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Kirkwall. The area MOT pass rate is 82.9%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.

The maximum MOT fee for cars (Class 4) is £54.85, though many garages in Kirkwall charge less. 1 centres also offer motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 & 2). 1 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 Kirkwall

1

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

1

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

6

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

1

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

1

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Kirkwall

THE PIT STOP

CROWNESS CRESCENT, HATSTON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, KW15 1GJ

Class 4
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DR D'S BIKE SURGERY

CRAIGFIELD ROAD, ST OLA, KW15 1TB

Class 1Class 2
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COLIN GREGG CARS

PLOT 2, GRAINSHORE DRIVE, HATSTON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, KW15 1RE

Class 4
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JT MOTORS ORKNEY

MANSE ROAD, KW15 1BS

Class 4
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ORKNEY MOTORS

GRAINSHORE ROAD, KW15 1RH

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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JAMES DAVID DEARNESS

MARNESS GARAGE, ST OLA, KW15 1SF

Class 4
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W R TULLOCK AND SONS LTD

CASTLE GARAGE, CASTLE STREET, KW15 1HD

Class 4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Kirkwall?
There are 7 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Kirkwall. 1 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Kirkwall?
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 Kirkwall charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Kirkwall area?
The MOT pass rate in the Kirkwall area is 82.9%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Kirkwall?
Yes — 1 MOT centres in Kirkwall are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).