EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL
MOT Test Centre in Loughton
Station Details
- Address
- OAKWOOD HILL DEPOT, 180 OAKWOOD HILL
- Postcode
- IG10 3FQ
- Phone
- 0199 256 4300
- 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
87.5%
Area MOT pass rate: 87.5%
National average: 82.3% • 7 centres in Loughton
County/District: Essex • Region: East of England
💡 Before Your MOT at EPPING FOREST DISTRICT 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 EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL test?▼
EPPING FOREST DISTRICT 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 EPPING FOREST DISTRICT 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 EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL on 0199 256 4300 for their current price.
Where is EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL located?▼
EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL is located at OAKWOOD HILL DEPOT, 180 OAKWOOD HILL, IG10 3FQ in Loughton. The area is in Essex.
What if my car fails the MOT at EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL?▼
If your vehicle fails, EPPING FOREST DISTRICT 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.