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MOT Test Centres in South Shields

18 MOT garages in the South Shields area

82.8%
Area Pass Rate

18

Test Centres

82.8%

Area Pass Rate (+0.5% vs national)

1

Motorcycle MOT

5

Van/Class 7

National Chains in South Shields

ATS (1)HALFORDS (1)

MOT Centres Map — South Shields

MOT Testing in South Shields

There are 18 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in South Shields. The area MOT pass rate is 82.8%, which is close to the national average of 82.3%.

The maximum MOT fee for cars (Class 4) is £54.85, though many garages in South Shields charge less. 1 centres also offer motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 & 2). 5 centres can test larger vans and commercial vehicles (Class 7).

National chains with branches in South Shields include ATS, HALFORDS. Many independent garages also operate here, often at competitive prices.

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 South Shields

1

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

1

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

2

Class 3

Three-wheelers

16

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

4

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

5

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in South Shields

JENNINGS FORD

NEWCASTLE ROAD, NE34 9PQ

Class 4
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STANS AUTO SERVICES

140A COMMERCIAL ROAD, NE33 1RQ

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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R 'N' M AUTOS

PLOT M, PORTBERRY STREET, NE33 1QX

Class 4
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TYNE VIEW GARAGE

2 MITRE PLACE, NE33 5TB

Class 4
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GARY TUCK WORKSHOPS LTD

MAXWELL STREET, NE33 4PU

Class 4
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SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL

FLEET MANAGEMENT, HUDSON STREET, NE34 0NT

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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HIGHFIELD SERVICE CENTRE LTD

99 HIGHFIELD ROAD, NE34 6JW

Class 3
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ATS EUROMASTER LTD SOUTH SHIELDS

WESTERN APPROACH, NE33 5QU

Class 4
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HALFORDS AUTOCENTRE

STATION ROAD, MILLBANK INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE33 1ED

Class 4
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HARTON GARAGE

183 SUNDERLAND ROAD, NE34 6AQ

Class 4
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LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD

14 FRANKLIN STREET, NE33 1PR

Class 3Class 4Class 5Class 7
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BOLDON LANE MOT CENTRE

BOLDON LANE, NE34 0NB

Class 4
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RIVAL AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED

UNIT 14, ELSWICK WAY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE34 0LW

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KGR MOT CENTRE

UNIT 1, EGERTON ROAD, NE33 4TB

Class 4
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B R G AUTOMOTIVE SERVICING & REPAIR

UNIT 5, NICHOLSON BUILDINGS, MITRE PLACE, NE33 5BD

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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KWIK - FIT

134 LAYGATE LANE, NE33 4JD

Class 4
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HARKERS MOT

TUDOR ROAD, NE33 4PQ

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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VIC YOUNG SOUTH SHIELDS LTD

NEWCASTLE ROAD, NE34 9QE

Class 4Class 7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in South Shields?
There are 18 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in South Shields. 1 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in South Shields?
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 South Shields charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the South Shields area?
The MOT pass rate in the South Shields area is 82.8%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in South Shields?
Yes — 1 MOT centres in South Shields are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).