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A DVSA-authorised MOT test station in Durham, authorised to test cars, vans (3–3.5t) and 13+ seat passenger vehicles. Every fact below comes from the DVSA authorised-testing-station register.
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| MOT class | Vehicles | Authorised here |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Motorcycles up to 200cc | — |
| Class 2 | Motorcycles of all engine sizes | — |
| Class 3 | Three-wheeled vehicles up to 450kg | — |
| Class 4 | Cars, small vans and minibuses up to 12 seats — the standard car MOT | ✓ Yes |
| Class 5 | Private passenger vehicles with 13 or more seats | ✓ Yes |
| Class 7 | Goods vans between 3,000 and 3,500kg | ✓ Yes |
Call the station to book: ☎ 01913845556.
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Yes. Gilesgate Testing Centre appears on the DVSA active MOT test stations register under site number 1527B8, in Durham. The register is published quarterly by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency; this page was last verified against it on 4 Jul 2026.
According to the DVSA register, Gilesgate Testing Centre is authorised to test cars, vans (3–3.5t) and 13+ seat passenger vehicles. If your vehicle type isn't listed, phone ahead on 01913845556 — class authorisations can change between quarterly register editions.
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