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Book a Class 4 MOT test online today. Class 4 MOTs are the most common type of test carried out and are suitable for cars, small vans and motor caravans (up to 3,000kg is the Class 4 MOT weight limit). All tests are carried out by DVSA approved technicians. *Available at selected centres.
Class 7 MOT tests are suitable for Goods Vehicles over 3,000kg up to and including 3500kg DGW. Tests are performed by DVSA approved technicians. *Available at selected Class 7 MOT centres.
Book an MOT test online today with hourly appointments available. We offer Class 4 or 7 MOTs - just find your local ATS MOT centre and choose a date and time that suits you.
We have over 115 MOT centres that carry out MOT testing services throughout the UK so you can be sure to find a DVSA-certified MOT test centre near you. Where we don't have an MOT test station on-site near you, we can still arrange your MOT test with one of our DVSA-approved MOT test station partners.
For the exclusive rate of just £43.99 for Class 4 and £51.99 for Class 7 MOTs, you can book your MOT test online today with ATS. Read our guide to find out more about the difference between Class 4 and Class 7 MOTs and discover which one you need. Our technicians are also trained to carry out hybrid and electric car MOT tests.
An MOT test typically takes 45-60 minutes. If applicable, our technicians will also provide MOT advisory notes. These detail any minor problems that haven't caused an MOT test failure but are likely to fall below minimum road safety standards before the next MOT is due and should be fixed as soon as possible.
Book an MOT test online today at over 115 ATS Euromaster centres nationwide, so you can find a local convenient hourly appointment available at a time to suit you. To ensure your car MOT goes as smoothly as possible, we offer a free annual reminder service, online booking and useful MOT advice on how to help your car pass its MOT test.
We've been carrying out MOT test since 1965 and our technicians are some of the best trained in the country.
We have over 115 MOT centres throughout the UK with hourly next day appointments available. Just select a date and time that suits you.
All our MOT testers are trained to the highest standards and are DVSA certified
An MOT (Ministry of Transport) test is an annual assessment of a car’s roadworthiness and emissions. MOT tests assess various aspects of vehicle safety and compliance, including braking performance and roadworthiness. It is required by law in the UK for any car that is three or more years old to ensure that the vehicle is safe to drive.
MOT checks can only be carried out at garages with technicians who have been officially certified by the DVSA (formerly VOSA). Cars that do not have a valid, up-to-date MOT certificate are not legally allowed to drive on UK roads and may have their insurance invalidated. You can also be fined up to £1000 for driving a vehicle without a valid MOT Certificate.
A vehicle can undergo its MOT inspection up to 28 days before the MOT certificate expires, effectively extending the validity by up to 13 months.
Most cars, 4x4s and vans undergo a Class 4 MOT, but motorbikes, goods vehicles (between 3,000-3,500kg) and vehicles with more than 12 seats are tested to different criteria.
To improve the chances of your vehicle passing its MOT we’ve put together a pre-mot check guide & video to help you check for and avoid common MOT failures. When you pass, our technicians may also provide MOT advisories. These will detail any minor problems or faults that haven’t caused you to fail your MOT, but will probably fall below minimum road safety standards before the next MOT is due and should be fixed as soon as possible.
An MOT is not the same as getting your car serviced, however, these can be done at the same time.
Our MOT prices vary from centre to centre, but if you book a Class 4 MOT test with us online, you will benefit from our exclusive online rate of just £43.99. We also offer a Class 7 MOT test for only £51.99 online.
It’s not just a legal requirement, it’s for your vehicle’s safety and roadworthiness. For most vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs) over 3 years old, MOTs are compulsory. Without a valid MOT your car insurance and road tax will be invalid and you could face penalties. A valid MOT certificate means your vehicle meets the DVSA’s minimum safety standards. Make sure to check your MOT expiry date.
You must book an MOT before your current certificate runs out to avoid a gap. You can book an MOT up to 1 month before your current MOT certificate expires giving you a 13 month window.
An MOT test will typically take between 45 - 60 minutes to complete.
You are more than welcome to stay at our centre whilst the test is being carried out. The majority of our centres offer free coffee and Wi-Fi*, so you can sit back and relax. Alternatively, you are free to leave the vehicle with us and the centre will give you a call once the test is complete.
After the test is complete, if your vehicle has failed you will be made aware of any additional work that is required to make the vehicle roadworthy. This work will be at an additional cost and may not be able to take place on the same day as your MOT test depending on how busy the centre is and what work needs to be carried out. If your vehicle has passed, you will be given MOT advisories noting any minor problems our technicians identified that, while not serious enough to cause MOT failure, should be addressed and fixed as soon as possible.
*Free Coffee and Wi-Fi available at selected centres
For any vehicle over 3 years old you will need to have a valid MOT test certificate every year. If your vehicle is under 3 years old you don’t need to worry until it reaches 3 years from the date of first registration. After that, it’s your responsibility to renew the MOT every 12 months. Some vehicles e.g. ambulances and taxis have different requirements and need an MOT after just 1 year. Keep track of your MOT due date and book an MOT in advance so your vehicle stays roadworthy and legal.
MOT tests are a comprehensive check of various parts of your vehicle to ensure it meets minimum safety standards. Key components inspected during an MOT include:
These checks are designed to confirm that your vehicle is safe to drive. The test is typically carried out by a qualified mechanic at a local MOT test centre. The cost of an MOT test can vary depending on the test centre and the type of vehicle, but on average it can range between £45 to £55, so it’s worth checking with your local MOT test centre for specific pricing.
Booking an MOT test ensures your vehicle remains safe and compliant with legal requirements.
There are a number of quick checks you can perform on your vehicle before taking it in for its MOT test. These include lighting & signalling, suspension, brakes & tyres.
We’ve put together a pre-mot check guide & video to help you check and avoid common MOT failures. Understanding common reasons for MOT failure can help avoid stress and additional costs.
In most cases, no documentation is required as our MOT testers will be able to find all the information they need within the DVSA database.
You can book your vehicle in for its MOT test up to one month, minus one day, in advance of its current MOT certificates expiry date. This will also preserve the existing anniversary of expiry.
This also means your MOT is effectively valid for 13 months. Entering your vehicle registration number is essential when booking an MOT test to access specific services and determine the next test due date.
Booking an MOT is a straightforward process that can be completed online or over the phone. To book an MOT, you will need to provide your vehicle registration number and select a test centre near you. You can choose a date and time that suits you, and some test centres even offer same-day appointments. Once you have booked your MOT, you will receive a confirmation email with details of your appointment.
To book an MOT online, simply visit the website of your chosen test centre and follow the booking process. You will need to enter your vehicle registration number and select a test centre near you. You can then choose a date and time for your MOT test and pay for the test online.
Alternatively, you can book an MOT over the phone by calling your chosen test centre. They will ask for your vehicle registration number and will guide you through the booking process.
MOT advisories are notes of any minor problems or faults identified in your MOT test that are not major enough to cause you to fail your MOT but are likely to become a problem in the future. MOT advisories serve as a pre-warning for problems that should be addressed and fixed as soon as possible, as they're likely to fall below minimum road safety standards before the next MOT is due.
No, unfortunately, there is no grace period for renewing an MOT. To drive your car legally, you must renew your MOT before the date of expiry.
The only exception to this is if you're driving to a pre-booked MOT test, or if you've failed an MOT test and are driving to a garage to have the defects fixed.
You can only drive your car without an MOT if you have an MOT test pre-booked and are driving to the test centre.
The only other circumstance when you're legally able to drive your car without an MOT is if your car has failed its MOT and you're driving to have the failed components fixed.
There are a few MOT exemptions, which means your car is exempt from the legal requirement to have an annual MOT. These include an exemption for classic cars and cars that are over 40 years old. With both of these MOT exemptions, your car must be in roadworthy condition and not have undergone any significant modifications in the last 30 years.
Read our blog to find out more about when a car becomes MOT-exempt.
No, most insurers will not allow you to insure a car without a valid MOT, as they require it for a vehicle to be considered legally roadworthy.
Most insurers will require a valid MOT to insure a car. Therefore, driving without an MOT will likely invalidate your insurance.
Yes, just like any other vehicles, electric cars need an MOT to be deemed legally safe and roadworthy. MOTs for electric cars work in the same way and follow the same testing rules as for ICE vehicles.
At ATS, an electric car MOT costs the same as an MOT for a diesel or petrol car.
No, MOT testing for hybrid and electric vehicles doesn't include an emissions test. Mild hybrid vehicles do have an emissions test as part of their MOT.
To increase the chances of your vehicle passing its MOT test first time, there are several checks you can perform beforehand. Taking a proactive approach can save you time and money by avoiding the need for retests.
Pre-MOT Checklist
Before bringing your car for an MOT test, check these items:
Taking time to perform these simple checks can significantly improve your chances of passing the MOT test first time
If your vehicle fails its MOT test, you will need to have the necessary repairs carried out before it can be retested. The test centre will provide you with a list of the repairs that need to be carried out, and you can choose to have them done at the test centre or at a garage of your choice.
If you choose to have the repairs carried out at the test centre, they will be able to retest your vehicle once the repairs have been completed. If you choose to have the repairs carried out at a different garage, you will need to take your vehicle back to the test centre for a retest once the repairs have been completed.
It’s worth noting that if your vehicle fails its MOT test, you will not be able to drive it on the road until the necessary repairs have been carried out and it has passed a retest.
Most MOT failures are caused by issues that are easy to identify and in many cases can be addressed at home, with lighting and signalling issues consistently being the most frequent area of failures.
These were the five most common areas of MOT failure in 2022/23 according to the DVSA:
When a vehicle fails its MOT, you'll receive a list of "refusal of an MOT test certificate" points that need addressing. These are categorized as:
Remember that if your previous MOT certificate is still valid (if you took the test early), you can continue to drive your vehicle until the current certificate expires. However, if your vehicle has "dangerous" defects, it shouldn't be driven regardless of MOT status
After the MOT test, our technicians will explain the results, which fall into one of these categories:
If your car fails its MOT, we can provide a detailed explanation of the issues and offer repair services to fix them. We also provide partial retest options if you need to bring your vehicle back after repairs
In some cases, your vehicle can have a partial retest for free or a reduced MOT fee.
You only need a partial retest if you leave the vehicle at the test centre for repair and it’s retested within 10 working days. There’s no fee for this.
You can take your vehicle away if your MOT certificate is still valid.
If your MOT has run out you can take your vehicle to:
You’ll only need a partial retest if you take the vehicle from the test centre for repairs and take it back within 10 working days. You can be charged a partial retest fee for this.
In all other cases, you’ll need to get a full retest and pay the full MOT test fee again.