MOT Testing
At The Tyre Group, we have MOT testing centres situated across South Wales, The Midlands and The South West. All of our testing centres have been approved by the DVSA and all of our MOT testers have been trained to meet high government standards.
When is my MOT test due?
Once your vehicle reaches three years of age, it is a legal requirement that it must undergo an MOT test annually. The MOT test will ensure that your vehicle is roadworthy and meets all DVSA standards. Some vehicles, such as taxis and ambulances, must be taken to an MOT test centre after 1 year.
It is important to bear in mind that an MOT test will not look at the mechanical condition of your vehicle and you should have your car serviced regularly. If you aren't sure when your vehicle is due for an MOT test, you can check the status.
Expired MOT
If your vehicle does not have a valid MOT certificate, it is not legally allowed to be on the road. The only exception is if it is being driven to a booked MOT test. If you are found to be driving a vehicle that does not have a valid MOT certificate, you could be fined £1,000 and in some cases, your car insurance may be deemed invalid. In addition, you cannot tax your vehicle without a valid MOT.
If your car has been to an MOT test centre and has failed and is deemed 'dangerous', continuing to drive your vehicle could then result in a fine of up to £2,500 and 3 points on your licence.
How long does MOT testing take?
MOT testing takes 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete. The Tyre Group has many test centres, so you can pick a location and time convenient to you.
Find out more about what is involved in MOT testing in our MOT testing guide.
Tyres can be a common reason for MOT test failures, take some time and read our useful tips on how to avoid tyre test failures.
Book an MOT Test Online
Looking for an MOT test centre near you? Our specialist technicians at The Tyre Group will go through all areas of an MOT, giving you peace of mind that your vehicle is safe and road-worthy.
Browse our following Tyre Group branches that offer MOT testing:
- MOT Testing Bristol (Henleaze)
- MOT Testing Bristol (Winterstoke Rd)
- MOT Testing Caerphilly
- MOT Testing Calne
- MOT Testing Cardiff (Rhynmey River Bridge Rd)
- MOT Testing Cwmbran (Ty Coch)
- MOT Testing Droitwich (North Street)
- MOT Testing Exeter
- MOT Testing Gloucester (Priory Road)
- MOT Testing Llanelli
- MOT Testing Malvern
- MOT Testing Merthyr Tydfil
- MOT Testing Newport
- MOT Testing Taunton
- MOT Testing Weston (Winterstoke Rd)
Do you need more information or guidance on our MOT testing? Contact our expert team today, who'll be happy to help.
