If your car or light vehicle needs an MOT, Horbury MOT provides Class 4 MOT testing carried out professionally, fairly, and in line with DVSA standards.
We’re a fully authorised MOT centre in Horbury, Wakefield, offering honest inspections with clear explanations — no pressure selling and no unnecessary work.
A Class 4 MOT applies to most cars and light vehicles on UK roads. This includes:
The test checks that your vehicle meets minimum legal safety and emissions standards required to be driven on the road.
During your Class 4 MOT, we inspect key safety and roadworthiness items, including:
The MOT is not a full mechanical service, but it ensures your vehicle is safe and legal to drive.
Our pricing is clear and upfront, with no hidden charges.
If your vehicle requires repairs to pass the MOT, we’ll explain what’s needed before any work is carried out.
If your vehicle does not pass its MOT, we can often carry out the required repairs on-site.
This includes:
We’ll always explain the failure clearly and advise on the best way forward.
We rely on repeat customers and recommendations — which means doing the job properly every time.
A few simple checks before your MOT can help avoid unnecessary failures:
If you’re unsure, we’re happy to offer advice.
If your MOT is due, contact Horbury MOT to book your Class 4 MOT at a time that suits you.
A Class 4 MOT is required for most cars and light vehicles once they are over three years old. This includes standard cars, small vans, and passenger vehicles with up to eight seats.
Most Class 4 MOT tests take around 45 to 60 minutes. The exact time can vary depending on the vehicle and whether any issues are identified during the inspection.
A Class 4 MOT is required once every 12 months after your vehicle reaches three years old. You can book your MOT up to one month minus one day before expiry without losing your renewal date.
If your car fails its MOT, we’ll explain the reason clearly and advise what repairs are needed. In many cases, repairs can be carried out on-site, including brakes, suspension, exhausts, and MOT welding where required.
If your MOT has expired and your vehicle fails with major or dangerous faults, it must not be driven until repaired. If the MOT is still valid and the faults are minor, limited driving may be allowed — we’ll always advise you correctly.
Common Class 4 MOT failures include:
Many failures are caused by simple, preventable issues.
A Class 4 MOT does not assess:
The MOT checks roadworthiness and safety, not overall vehicle health.
Yes. Basic under-bonnet checks are carried out during a Class 4 MOT, such as brake fluid levels and visible leaks. However, the test does not involve dismantling or detailed mechanical inspection.
Wheel alignment itself is not directly tested. However, if poor alignment has caused uneven tyre wear, this can result in an MOT failure due to tyre condition.
Before your MOT, it helps to:
A few quick checks can reduce the chance of an avoidable failure.
Some vehicles over 40 years old may be MOT-exempt, but this depends on how the vehicle is used and whether it has been significantly modified. Many owners still choose to have an MOT for safety and peace of mind.
No. A Class 4 MOT checks whether your vehicle meets legal safety standards. A service is more in-depth and focuses on maintenance, wear, and long-term reliability.
Local MOT Centre in Horbury, Wakefield
Horbury MOT is a local, independent garage based in Wakefield. We’ve been operating from our current Horbury location for 7 years, serving drivers from Horbury and the surrounding areas.
As a local MOT centre, we rely on repeat customers and word of mouth — which means doing the job right, every time.
Email: horburymotltd@gmail.com
Call: 01924 928832
Address:
Horbury MOT Ltd
Slazenger House, Unit 11
Wakefield Commercial Park
Bridge Rd, Horbury
Wakefield WF4 5NW
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri 8am – 6pm
Sat 8am – 5pm
Sun Closed
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