MOT test centres in Glasgow
Glasgow has 279 MOT test stations on the official DVSA register. 261 test cars and small vans, 20 are approved for motorcycles and 77 can test vans up to 3.5 tonnes. By law the test itself can cost no more than £54.85 for a car — many garages charge less, so it's worth comparing two or three before you book.
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Getting an MOT in Glasgow
Test centres in Glasgow are spread across 41 postcode districts (G11, G13, G14, G15, G20, G21 and more), so there's usually one within a short drive wherever you are in town. 26 of the 279 stations here also appear in our rated garage directory, so you can see customer ratings before you book. At least 12 MOT garages in Glasgow are open on Saturdays — useful if you can't drop the car off in the week.
You can book an MOT up to a month (minus a day) before your current certificate runs out and keep the same renewal date, so booking ahead costs you nothing. Bring nothing but the car — the tester looks it up by registration. If it fails, you're entitled to a free retest at the same station within 10 working days for most repairs. Run through our pre-test checklist first: lights, tyres and wipers alone cause a huge share of avoidable failures.
Top-rated garages in Glasgow
All DVSA-approved MOT stations in Glasgow
Frequently asked questions
How many MOT test centres are there in Glasgow?
There are 279 DVSA-approved MOT test stations in Glasgow on the official register, 261 of which test cars and small vans (class 4).
How much does an MOT cost in Glasgow?
The law caps the MOT fee at £54.85 for a car and £29.65 for a motorcycle. Many garages in Glasgow charge less than the cap, so it pays to phone two or three and compare.
Where can I get a motorbike MOT in Glasgow?
20 stations in Glasgow are approved for motorcycle testing (class 1 and 2). Look for the motorcycle badge in the list on this page.
How do I check when my MOT is due?
Use our free MOT checker: enter your registration and you'll see your MOT expiry date and full test history from DVSA records. Check your MOT now.