MOTs

What is an MOT?

An MOT Test is a series of safety checks that all cars over three years old must pass yearly to prove they are roadworthy. It involves dozens of checks on your car, ranging from the brakes and tyres to lights, mirrors, seat belts, windscreen wipers and exhaust system.


When do I need an MOT?

When your car is three years old from the date of its registration it will need its first MOT test. It then needs to be retested every year on the anniversary of its last MOT test, this can be found on your MOT test certificate or on the GOV.UK website.


How long does an MOT take?

An average MOT test takes between 45 and 60 minutes however it may take longer should you vehicle fail.


What vehicles do DLH MOT?

We can MOT the vehicles below:

• Cars, Light Commercials and Camper Vans - Class IV
• Minibuses (Up to 16 Seats) - Class V
• Commercial vehicles (Up to 3.5 tons) - Class VII

We can also prepare HGV vehicles and horseboxes ready for MOT tests and can carry out any routine maintenance inspections. We can then book and MOT an present the vehicle to the ministry for testing.

How much does an MOT cost?

£54.85 - Cars, Light Commercials and Camper Vans - Class IV

£59.55 - Minibuses (Up to 16 Seats) - Class V

£58.60 - Commercial vehicles (Up to 3.5 tons) - Class VII

What happens if my vehicle fails?

A vehicle that has failed cannot be driven away until the problems are fixed. Customers who drive the vehicle away do so at their own risk, even if they have days left on their previous MOT certificate.

We are able to quote you a price for necessary repairs and have a team of technicians ready to get to work on your vehicle.