6 PRICES TRACKED
MOT test
The annual MOT. The fee is capped at £54.85, but garages discount it and the retest and repairs are where it adds up.
Every price we track (hover a dot)
| Year | Region | Provider | What it was | List | Paid | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | UK unspecified | Main dealer | MOT test, car - Halfords member/deal priceHalfords member/deal price for a standard MOT vs its £49.99 advertised rate (article dated 22 Dec 2025) | £45 | — | source |
| 2025 | UK-wide | Unknown | Standalone MOT, national averageAverage standalone MOT price actually charged in 2025, up from £43.19 in 2024, based on BookMyGarage booking data | £46survey avg | — | source |
| 2025 | UK unspecified | Main dealer | MOT test, car - Halfords advertised standard priceHalfords national chain advertised standard MOT; drops to £44.99 for members (article dated 22 Dec 2025) | £50 | — | source |
| 2026 | UK-wide | Main dealer | MOT testNational Tyres and Autocare standard advertised MOT price | £50 | — | source |
| 2026 | UK | Unknown | MOT test, car (statutory maximum fee)DVSA statutory maximum for a Class 4 car (up to 8 seats); the most a garage may legally charge for the test | £55 | — | source |
| 2026 | UK-wide | Unknown | MOT test, class 4 car, government maximum feeStatutory maximum fee set by DVSA for a standard car MOT | £55 | — | source |
Common questions
How much does mot cost in the UK?
Across 6 real UK prices, the median is £50, ranging from £45 to £55. These are published prices and bills people actually paid, not estimates.
Why do mot prices vary so much?
Main dealers charge far more than independent garages for the same work, and labour rates vary a lot by area. The parts are often the small part of the bill.
How can I pay less for mot?
Get quotes from an independent garage as well as the dealer, ask for the labour rate and hours, and supply your own parts where a garage allows it.
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Methodology: prices here are published prices and bills people reported paying. Each row says which it is, with a link to the source where one exists. We never estimate and no sponsor can touch a number. Spot an error? Tell us and we will fix or remove it fast.