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MOT Test Centres in Thurso

6 MOT garages in the Thurso area

82.9%
Area Pass Rate

6

Test Centres

82.9%

Area Pass Rate (+0.6% vs national)

1

Motorcycle MOT

2

Van/Class 7

MOT Centres Map — Thurso

MOT Testing in Thurso

There are 6 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Thurso. The area MOT pass rate is 82.9%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.

The maximum MOT fee for cars (Class 4) is £54.85, though many garages in Thurso charge less. 1 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 Thurso

1

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

1

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 Thurso

RIVERSIDE GARAGE THURSO

SIR ARCHIBALD ROAD, KW14 8HN

Class 4
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WILLIAM DUNNET AND CO LTD

MANSONS LANE, KW14 8EW

Class 4
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A & L MOTORS

CASTLETOWN, KW14 8TU

Class 4
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C SUTHERLAND AND SON

The Garage, REAY, KW14 7RE

Class 1Class 2Class 3Class 4Class 5Class 7
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ORMLIE GARAGE LTD

ORMLIE GARAGE LTD, 7D ORMLIE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, KW14 7QU

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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THURSO TYRE CENTRE LTD

WILSON STREET, KW14 8AQ

Class 4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Thurso?
There are 6 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Thurso. 1 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Thurso?
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 Thurso charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Thurso area?
The MOT pass rate in the Thurso area is 82.9%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Thurso?
Yes — 1 MOT centres in Thurso are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).