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MOT Test Centres in Tyne & Wear

8 MOT garages in the Tyne & Wear area

82.8%
Area Pass Rate

8

Test Centres

82.8%

Area Pass Rate (+0.5% vs national)

1

Motorcycle MOT

2

Van/Class 7

National Chains in Tyne & Wear

KWIK FIT (1)

MOT Centres Map — Tyne & Wear

MOT Testing in Tyne & Wear

There are 8 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Tyne & Wear. 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 Tyne & Wear charge less. 1 centres also offer motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 & 2). 2 centres can test larger vans and commercial vehicles (Class 7).

National chains with branches in Tyne & Wear include KWIK FIT. 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 Tyne & Wear

1

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

1

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

7

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

1

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

2

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Tyne & Wear

Tulips MOT Centre Ltd

10 VANCE COURT, TRANSBRITANNIA ENTERPRISE PARK, BLAYDON, NE21 5NH

Class 4Class 7
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KWIK FIT

MIDDLE ENGINE LANE, THE SILVERLINK, WALLSEND, NE28 9NT

Class 4
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THE MOT CLINIC PENSHAW

PARK VIEW, SHINEY ROW, HOUGHTON-LE-SPRING, DH4 4QR

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SHERWOODS

CRAMER DYKES, DURHAM ROAD, GATESHEAD, NE8 4AP

Class 4
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Car Safety Centre Ltd

UNIT 23C DUBMIRE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, FENCEHOUSES, HOUGHTON LE SPRING, DH4 5RJ

Class 4
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NEW TOWN MOT LTD

40 GLEN STREET, HEBBURN, NE31 1NU

Class 4
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AUTOFIX

12 INDUSTRIAL ROAD, HERTBURN ESTATE, WASHINGTON, NE37 2SF

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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MOTO-TEC MOT CENTRE LTD

4 HUTTON STREET, BOLDON COLLIERY, NE35 9LW

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Tyne & Wear?
There are 8 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Tyne & Wear. 1 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Tyne & Wear?
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 Tyne & Wear charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Tyne & Wear area?
The MOT pass rate in the Tyne & Wear area is 82.8%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Tyne & Wear?
Yes — 1 MOT centres in Tyne & Wear are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).