Approved MOT Test Centre

 

Here at Ossett Tyre house we are proud to be a government approved MOT testing centre and have been providing MOT testing to motorists in the Ossett area for many years.

Our garage is fully equipped with the latest mechanical and electrical diagnostic machines in order to be able to give you the best service and advice possible. Our technicians are fully trained in the latest automotive techniques and are able to service all makes and models.

We believe it should be easy to book an MOT test online in Ossett, our website has a simple to use booking form, we will even send you timely reminders of when your next test is due to ensure your vehicle is always legal. If you live in nearby areas you can explore our other booking locations:

Call us to find our latest special offers on MOT and Servicing packages.

Our Branch

  • Ossett Tyre House
    71 Bank Street
    Ossett
    West Yorkshire
    WF5 8PR
Tel: 01924271081
  • Monday
  • 8:30am - 5:30pm
  • Tuesday
  • 8:30am - 5:30pm
  • Wednesday
  • 8:30am - 5:30pm
  • Thursday
  • 8:30am - 5:30pm
  • Friday
  • 8:30am - 5:30pm
  • Saturday
  • 8:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sunday
  • Closed

What is an MOT Test?

Vehicles over three years old are required by law to have an annual inspection and test to ensure that vehicles on the road are in a safe and mechanically sound condition. An MOT test check your vehicles roadworthiness by issuing a legal mot certificate by the Ministry of Transport in order to ensure safe traveling.

MOT Vehicle Classifications

All vehicles are classified in accordance with the Ministry of Transport guidelines.  Full details can be found on the Government website www.gov.uk/getting-an-mot.

There are some exempt vehicles that do not require an MOT certificate. Farm tractors, electric powered vehicles. Cars and motorcycles manufactured before 1960 are all exempt.

Lorries, buses and trailers all require an annual test due to the very high mileage these category of vehicles can be doing in a year.

Broad vehicle classifications:

Class 1 & 2           – motorcycles and motorcycles with side car

Class 3                   - Three wheeled vehicles

Class 4                   - Cars, Caravans, Quads

Class 4                   - Ambulances & Taxis* these both require an annual MOT

Class 5                   - Vehicles 13 seats and over

Class 7                   - Goods vehicles

What is included?

The test covers a wide range of items, full details can be found on the website www.gov.uk/car-parts-checked-at-an-mot

Our MOT centre will cover the following areas.

  • Tyres & Wheels
  • Fuel system
  • Exhaust emissions & exhaust system
  • Seats & Seatbelts
  • Vehicle body structure & Vehicle identification
  • Doors, Lights & Mirrors
  • Brakes & Suspension
  • Steering & Horn
  • Windscreen, Windscreen Wipers & Bonnet
  • Tow bars, Boot or Tailgate
  • Registration Plates
  • Electrics