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MOT Test Centres in Porthmadog

6 MOT garages in the Porthmadog area

80.5%
Area Pass Rate

6

Test Centres

80.5%

Area Pass Rate (-1.8% vs national)

2

Motorcycle MOT

2

Van/Class 7

MOT Centres Map — Porthmadog

MOT Testing in Porthmadog

There are 6 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Porthmadog. The area MOT pass rate is 80.5%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.

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

2

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

2

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

1

Class 3

Three-wheelers

6

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

2

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

2

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Porthmadog

GLANABER GARAGE

BORTH-Y-GEST, LL49 9TP

Class 4
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HUGH'S TYRES

EAST AVENUE, LL49 9EL

Class 4
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CANOLFAN MOT CENTRE LIMITED

CAMBRIAN TERRACE, LL49 9EH

Class 1Class 2Class 3Class 4Class 5Class 7
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GWYNDAF EVANS MOTORS LTD

MADOC STREET, LL49 9DB

Class 4
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GEST VIEW GARAGE

SNOWDON STREET, LL49 9DF

Class 1Class 2Class 4Class 5Class 7
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GTA DIAGNOSTIX LIMITED

MADOG MOTOR MUSEUM, SNOWDON STREET, LL49 9DF

Class 4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Porthmadog?
There are 6 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Porthmadog. 2 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Porthmadog?
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 Porthmadog charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Porthmadog area?
The MOT pass rate in the Porthmadog area is 80.5%, which is below the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Porthmadog?
Yes — 2 MOT centres in Porthmadog are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).