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J HOWARD MOT CENTRE

MOT Test Centre in Lancaster

Station Details

Address
REAR OF 2 ALEXANDRA ROAD, SKERTON
Postcode
LA1 2DE
Vehicle Classes
Class 1Class 2Class 3Class 4Class 7
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What This Centre Tests

Class 1 — Motorcycles up to 200cc

Max £29.65

Small motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters under 200cc engine capacity.

Class 2 — Motorcycles over 200cc

Max £29.65

Motorcycles with engine capacity over 200cc, including sidecars.

Class 3 — Three-wheelers

Max £37.80

Three-wheeled vehicles not exceeding 450kg unladen weight.

Class 4 — Cars & Light Vans

Max £54.85

Cars, taxis, private hire vehicles, ambulances, motor caravans, and goods vehicles up to 3,000kg.

Class 7 — Commercial Vans

Max £58.60

Goods vehicles between 3,000kg and 3,500kg design gross weight. Includes large vans like the Ford Transit.

Area Information

81.6%
Good

Area MOT pass rate: 81.6%

National average: 82.3% • 18 centres in Lancaster

County/District: Lancashire • Region: North West

💡 Before Your MOT at J HOWARD MOT CENTRE

  • 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 J HOWARD MOT CENTRE test?▼
J HOWARD MOT CENTRE is authorised to conduct MOT tests for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, Class 4, 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 J HOWARD MOT CENTRE?▼
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 J HOWARD MOT CENTRE on 0152432646 for their current price.
Where is J HOWARD MOT CENTRE located?▼
J HOWARD MOT CENTRE is located at REAR OF 2 ALEXANDRA ROAD, SKERTON, LA1 2DE in Lancaster. The area is in Lancashire.
What if my car fails the MOT at J HOWARD MOT CENTRE?▼
If your vehicle fails, J HOWARD MOT CENTRE 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.

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