MOT test centre
DVSA test station 0178A3. You book direct with the centre. We don’t take bookings or fees. Is this your garage?
3 quick questions for the next driver.
We check your plate’s MOT record.
Chester-Le-Street, DH3 1JG
Chester Le Street, DH3 1DB
Chester-Le-Street, DH3 2SA
Chester Le Street, DH3 2SN
Washington, NE38 0AQ
County Durham, DH2 1XG
Washington, NE37 1PF
Washington, NE37 1LH
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Before you go
26.1% of cars in DH postcodes failed their MOT in 2025, lower than the 27.3% across Great Britain. The usual reasons:
See its chance of failing and what to check first. Free, no sign-up.
The most any centre can charge for a car MOT is £54.85. Many charge less, so call 0191 410 2721 and ask their price, and whether the retest is free.
It tests cars and vans up to 3,000 kg. It isn't approved for bigger vans (class 7, 3,000 to 3,500 kg).
Yes. It is on DVSA's list of active MOT test stations, updated 30 September 2026, as station 0178A3.
From DVSA’s list of active MOT test stations, updated 30 September 2026. Map position from postcodes.io. Fail rates: DVSA anonymised MOT results 2025, cars, normal tests. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Kick the Tyres is not linked to DVSA or to Birtley Fast Fit Limited.
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