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MOT Test Centres in Nelson

16 MOT garages in the Nelson area

84.7%
Area Pass Rate

16

Test Centres

84.7%

Area Pass Rate (+2.4% vs national)

2

Motorcycle MOT

6

Van/Class 7

MOT Centres Map — Nelson

MOT Testing in Nelson

There are 16 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Nelson. The area MOT pass rate is 84.7%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.

The maximum MOT fee for cars (Class 4) is £54.85, though many garages in Nelson charge less. 2 centres also offer motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 & 2). 6 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 Nelson

2

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

2

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

1

Class 3

Three-wheelers

15

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

2

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

6

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Nelson

PERRYS MOTOR SALES LTD

CHURCHILL WAY, LOMESHAYE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, BB9 6RT

Class 4
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REEDLEY SERVICE STATION LIMITED

25 KENYON ROAD, LOMESHAYE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, BB9 5SP

Class 4Class 7
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POPULAR GARAGE LIMITED

NORA STREET, BARROWFORD, BB9 8NS

Class 4
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P & M MOTOR ENGINEERS

P & M MOTOR ENGINEERS, VICTORIA STREET, BB9 7HL

Class 4Class 7
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BARROWFORD MOT TEST CENTRE LTD

SANDY LANE GARAGE, GARNETT STREET, BARROWFORD, BB9 8NY

Class 4
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RIGG STREET MOTORS LLP

BROOK STREET, BB9 9PU

Class 4
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PENDLE VIEW MOT CENTRE LTD

UNIT 2, GARDEN STREET, BB9 9DN

Class 4
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NORFOLK STREET GARAGE

52 NORFOLK STREET, BB9 7FG

Class 1Class 2Class 3Class 4Class 5Class 7
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GLENWAY SYSTEMS LIMITED

14 GLENWAY, BRIERFIELD, BB9 5NH

Class 4
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VERTU LAND ROVER NELSON

LOMESHAYE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, 23 KENYON ROAD, BB9 5SP

Class 4Class 7
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BRUNSWICK STREET MOT CENTRE

UNIT E, RIVERSIDE INDUSTRIAL PARK, BRUNSWICK STREET, BB9 0HZ

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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PENDLE MOTORCYCLES

254 MANCHESTER ROAD, BB9 7DE

Class 1Class 2
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AUTO CARE MOT CENTRE LIMITED

UNIT 4, GARDEN STREET, BB9 9DN

Class 4
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FORSHAWS BMW & MINI

UNIT 5, NORTH VALLEY FORGE BUSINESS PARK, REEDYFORD ROAD, BB9 8TU

Class 4
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FRIENDS MOTORS LTD

UNIT 3, 35 NORFOLK STREET, BB9 7SY

Class 4
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BRADLEY MOT CENTRE

BRADLEY FOLD, OFF BANKHOUSE ROAD, BB9 7QJ

Class 4Class 7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Nelson?
There are 16 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Nelson. 2 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Nelson?
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 Nelson charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Nelson area?
The MOT pass rate in the Nelson area is 84.7%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Nelson?
Yes — 2 MOT centres in Nelson are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).