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MOT Test Centres in Washington

15 MOT garages in the Washington area

82.8%
Area Pass Rate

15

Test Centres

82.8%

Area Pass Rate (+0.5% vs national)

3

Motorcycle MOT

4

Van/Class 7

National Chains in Washington

HALFORDS (1)

MOT Centres Map — Washington

MOT Testing in Washington

There are 15 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Washington. 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 Washington charge less. 3 centres also offer motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 & 2). 4 centres can test larger vans and commercial vehicles (Class 7).

National chains with branches in Washington include 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 Washington

3

Class 1

Motorcycles (≤200cc)

3

Class 2

Motorcycles (>200cc)

2

Class 3

Three-wheelers

15

Class 4

Cars & Light Vans

2

Class 5

Large Passenger (13+ seats)

4

Class 7

Commercial Vans (≤3,500kg)

All MOT Centres in Washington

TURNBULL MOTORS

STATION ROAD, PATTINSON SOUTH INDUSTRIAL EST, DISTRICT 8, NE38 7LW

Class 1Class 2Class 4
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FAULT FINDER MOT CENTRE

UNIT 5, HERTBURN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE37 2SF

Class 1Class 2Class 3Class 4
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VIGO LANE SERVICE STATION

10 WILDEN ROAD, NE38 8QB

Class 4
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Barmston Motors

BURNHOPE ROAD, DISTRICT 10, NE38 8HZ

Class 4
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Little Bills Ltd

24 ELSWICK ROAD, ARMSTRONG INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE37 1LH

Class 4
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WHITLEY BAY MOTORS LTD

PEEL IND ESTATE, SPIRE ROAD, NE37 3ES

Class 4
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BQ'S VANFIX

9 INDUSTRIAL ROAD, HERTBURN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE37 2SF

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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CHAMELEON VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED

UNIT 6C, GLOVER INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE37 3ES

Class 4
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R AND R MOTORS

UNIT 30 SEDLING ROAD, WEAR INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE38 9BZ

Class 1Class 2Class 3Class 4Class 7
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MILLERS AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED

UNIT 8 DONKIN ROAD, ARMSTRONG INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE37 1PF

Class 4
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SHERWOODS

3 CROWTHER ROAD, CROWTHER, NE38 0AQ

Class 4Class 7
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HALLS GARAGE

32 SEDLING ROAD, WEAR INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, NE38 9BZ

Class 4
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KWIK - FIT

INDUSTRIAL ROAD, NE37 2SA

Class 4
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WASHINGTON AUTO REPAIR CENTRE

1 TOWER ROAD, GLOVER, NE37 2SH

Class 4Class 5Class 7
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HALFORDS AUTOCENTRES LTD

VERMONT ROAD, NE37 3AP

Class 4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MOT test centres are there in Washington?
There are 15 DVSA-authorised MOT test centres in Washington. 3 of these also offer motorcycle MOT tests.
What is the maximum MOT cost in Washington?
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 Washington charge less than the maximum — it's common to find MOTs for £30–£40.
What is the MOT pass rate in the Washington area?
The MOT pass rate in the Washington area is 82.8%, which is above the national average of 82.3%.
Can I get a motorcycle MOT in Washington?
Yes — 3 MOT centres in Washington are authorised to test motorcycles (Class 1 and Class 2).