LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD
MOT Test Centre in South Shields
Station Details
- Address
- 14 FRANKLIN STREET
- Postcode
- NE33 1PR
- Phone
- 0191 455 7109
- Vehicle Classes
- Class 3Class 4Class 5Class 7
What This Centre Tests
Class 3 — Three-wheelers
Max £37.80Three-wheeled vehicles not exceeding 450kg unladen weight.
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
82.8%
Area MOT pass rate: 82.8%
National average: 82.3% • 18 centres in South Shields
County/District: South Tyneside • Region: North East
💡 Before Your MOT at LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD
- 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 LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD test?▼
LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD is authorised to conduct MOT tests for Class 3, 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 LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD?▼
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 LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD on 0191 455 7109 for their current price.
Where is LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD located?▼
LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD is located at 14 FRANKLIN STREET, NE33 1PR in South Shields. The area is in South Tyneside.
What if my car fails the MOT at LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD?▼
If your vehicle fails, LEIGHTON MOTORS CAR SALES LTD 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.
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