MOT centres near you
139 MOT centres are listed on GotAPal across the UK. Most cars need an MOT every year once they are three years old (four in Northern Ireland). Pick your town to see MOT centres near you.
MOT centres that manage their own profile
2 businesses have claimed their GotAPal listing, so the details come from them rather than public records. GotAPal still doesn't vet them.
Booking an MOT
When it's due
Your MOT certificate shows the expiry date. You can usually have the test up to a month (minus a day) before it runs out and keep the same renewal date.
What it costs
The government sets a maximum fee: £54.85 for a car (GOV.UK, checked 16 October 2026). Test centres can charge less, so it is worth asking.
Check the history
GOV.UK shows a vehicle's MOT history free, including past results, the mileage and any advisories.
If it fails
Ask for the failure list in writing and a price for each repair. You can have the repairs done elsewhere, then bring the car back for a retest.
How to check an MOT centre yourself
GotAPal lists businesses from public records and does not check or vet them. Before you hire, do these checks yourself. They take a few minutes.
- Book with a test centre approved to carry out MOTs; approved centres display the blue sign with three white triangles.
- Ask whether the price includes a free or reduced retest if the car fails.
- Ask for a written price before any repair work is done.
- Keep the MOT certificate and check the result on GOV.UK afterwards.
- GOV.UK: check a vehicle's MOT history: Free. Shows past MOT results, the mileage recorded and any advisories.
- GOV.UK: MOT test fees: The maximum each kind of vehicle can be charged. Checked 16 October 2026.
- Companies House: search the register: Free to search. Shows whether a limited company is active, when it was set up and who runs it.
Rules and guidance quoted on this page were checked on 27 September 2026.
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MOT centres: common questions
How do I find an MOT centre near me?
Pick your town from the list on this page, or search by postcode, to see MOT centres listed near you. Open a profile to see how to contact them. Or post your job free and we'll pass it to listed MOT centres near you.
How do I check when my MOT is due?
Your last MOT certificate shows the expiry date, and you can check a vehicle's MOT history and due date free on GOV.UK.
Does GotAPal check the MOT centres it lists?
No. GotAPal lists businesses from public records and does not vet them. Ask for proof of insurance, check a limited company on Companies House, and agree what is included before the first visit.
Is GotAPal free to use?
Yes. Searching, contacting MOT centres and posting a job are free for you, and MOT centres pay no lead fees or commission. The only paid option is Top Pal featured placement, which is always labelled Featured.
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