West Midlands, the metropolitan county centred on Birmingham, encompasses MOT services across B, CV, DY, WS, and WV postcode areas. From Birmingham's vibrant city centre to the Black Country towns of Wolverhampton, Walsall, and Dudley, plus Coventry and Solihull, the region serves vast urban populations. Residents benefit from extensive MOT centre networks throughout maintaining vehicles essential for commuting, commerce, and daily life. The county's combination of industrial heritage, multicultural communities, world-class attractions, and strategic motorway network ensures reliable vehicle testing remains crucial across this economically important Midlands conurbation.
Vehicle classes tested in West Midlands
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Vehicle classes
Which MOT do you need in West Midlands?
Not all centres test every vehicle type. Use the filter above to show only centres approved for yours.
Motorcycle MOT
Less than half the car fee
All motorcycles, mopeds & scooters. Class 1 ≤200cc, Class 2 >200cc. Not all West Midlands garages hold this approval.
Car & Taxi MOT
Most widely available
Private cars, taxis & vehicles up to 8 passenger seats. The majority of West Midlands centres hold Class 4 approval.
Minibus MOT
Check approval before booking
Minibuses, ambulances & vehicles with more than 8 seats. Only a subset of West Midlands centres are DVSA-approved for Class 5.
Van & LGV MOT
3,000–3,500 kg vehicles
Transit-size vans & light goods vehicles needing larger ramps. Use the Class 7 filter to find approved West Midlands centres.
Government-set maximum fees. Many garages charge less.
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