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MOT Test Centres in Peterlee

8 MOT garages in the Peterlee area

80.9%
Area Pass Rate

8

Test Centres

80.9%

Area Pass Rate (-1.4% vs national)

2

Motorcycle MOT

4

Van/Class 7

MOT Centres Map — Peterlee

MOT Testing in Peterlee

There are 8 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Peterlee. The area MOT pass rate is 80.9%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.

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

2

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

2

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

6

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

2

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

4

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Peterlee

PAT LAVERY TYRE & EXHAUST CENTRE LTD

BLACKHILLS ROAD, HORDEN, SR8 4LG

Class 4Class 7
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P A T S MOTS (HORDEN) LTD

3 PHOENIX WORKSHOPS, BLACKHILLS ROAD, HORDEN, SR8 4LG

Class 4Class 7
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SOUTHSIDE SERVICE STATION

YODEN WAY, SR8 1AR

Class 4
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DAVID SYKES SUPERBIKES

COTSFORD LANE, HORDEN, SR8 4JJ

Class 1Class 2
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DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

MAIN REPAIR DEPOT, HACKWORTH ROAD, NORTH WEST INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SR8 2JQ

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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NORTH EAST AUTO SERVICES

ESSINGTON WAY, SR8 5AZ

Class 1Class 2Class 4Class 5Class 7
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MOTOR TECH (SHOTTON) LTD

23A BRACKEN HILL, SOUTH WEST INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SR8 2LS

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Car Clinic Peterlee Ltd

11 DAVY DRIVE, NORTH WEST INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SR8 2JF

Class 4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Peterlee?
There are 8 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Peterlee. 2 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Peterlee?
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 Peterlee charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Peterlee area?
The MOT pass rate in the Peterlee area is 80.9%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Peterlee?
Yes — 2 MOT centres in Peterlee are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).