HGV & PSV MOT Testing

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HGV MOT testing

HGV Truck, Trailer & psv mot testing

Vehicles over 3,500kg will need to be tested under HGV MOT testing standards, either as a HGV motor vehicle, HGV trailer or PSV minibus/coach. This includes vehicles with more than 8 seats. Legal requirements for HGV’s differ from standard cars/vans and therefore need a more complex MOT and will be higher in price.

A HGV MOT consists of several elements:

an external examination which includes the inspection of; lights, age of tyres, VIN, horn, security of the body and parts, fuel cap, seat belts, seats and windscreen
an exhaust smoke-meter test
a headlight alignment test (single biggest reason for failing an MOT test)
a shaker plate test of all steered axles, to check steering components and wheel bearings
an under-body inspection to check the condition of; brake components, exhaust, propshaft, loading valves, air leaks, fluid leaks, etc.
a Brake Roller test, checking the function, effort, bind and ovality of brake components

The team here at UK Truck & Plant Group are fully qualified IRTEC technicians who have been trained to DVSA-examined standards. You can rest assured that your MOT and preparations are being carried out to full DVSA standards.

Once the above is checked, we will inform you of any faults and then once you have agreed on the costs, we will conduct the repairs needed.

We won’t try and catch you out with unnecessary work- we will always advise you of the legal limits/requirements and inform you if something needs urgent repairing/replacing, or if it may be needed further down the line.

We recommend you make yourself aware of the current UK testing standards and requirements to inform yourself of the HGV MOT standards.

If you’re preparing your own vehicle for MOT, or using mobile HGV repair companies (where the facilities/tools required may not be accessible) there are guides to help you.

For an understanding on Brake Roller tests, this government guide will help make sure you’re prepared.

We have a drive-through set of Brake Rollers at our workshop to help set up your vehicle and ensure it meets DVSA standards-whether to use for setting up your vehicle, after you have completed your own work or after replacing brake pads, discs or chambers.

PRICES

HGV MOT testing costs are split into several components as per below:

1. The ATF fee, which goes to the garage testing the vehicle, to cover the use of their premises for the 30-45 minute test. £45 +vat

2. The vehicle test fee (a government fee, exempt from VAT) which actually goes to the government (as below) is standard across the country wherever you go.

Trucks

First tests, annual tests, prohibition clearances (full inspections), retests after 14 days see note A 2 axles £112

First tests, annual tests, prohibition clearances (full inspections), retests after 14 days see note A 3 axles £144

First tests, annual tests, prohibition clearances (full inspections), retests after 14 days see note A 4 axles £177

Trailers

First tests, annual tests, prohibition clearances (full inspections), retests after 14 days see note B 1 axle £51

First tests, annual tests, prohibition clearances (full inspections), retests after 14 days see note B 2 axles £70

First tests, annual tests, prohibition clearances (full inspections), retests after 14 days see note B 3 axles £84

3. The charge for test weights; if the vehicle is not loaded to 65% of axle weight it will fail £40 + VAT

4. The presentation fee, which covers the cost of us driving your vehicle down the pit lane £55+ VAT (can be done by the customer themselves but is not advised due to test procedures being stringent and risks being aborted if there is a lack of understanding)

5. For trailers, a tractor unit is required to pull it through the pit lane. If the customer has their own, they may use it, however, if not (it’s not cost effective for most hauliers to have a unit and trailer off road) they’ll need to pay the Tractor Unit Hire Charge £63+ VAT

Expert HGV Repairs and Maintenance – Keeping Your commercial Fleet on the Move!

At UK Truck & Plant Group, our mission is to provide effective, efficient, and seamless end-to-end HGV repair solutions. We prioritise driver safety, quality of repair, and cost containment. Here’s what sets us apart:

Technical Expertise: HGV repairs require extra care due to their technical nature. We handle repairs meticulously, minimising downtime and stress for our customers.

Repair Progression Software: Our industry-leading software monitors HGV repairs and tracks key repair metrics. We’re committed to driving down unjustified vehicle downtime.

Experience the difference of personalised service and unmatched expertise at UK Truck and Plant Group.

Customer-Centric Approach: We embed customer care into our DNA, delivering outstanding value in the supply chain.

What Our Customers Say

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These guys are top drawer. Glad I chose them to service my vehicle. Exceptional workmanship and very professional. Transformed my car and the way it runs. Would highly recommend and they totally deserve 5 stars.

john reed

UK Truck & Plant Group gave me the best service I have ever had, and it will now be the only garage I ever go to. The customer service is incredible and around the clock. I had never owned a car before, and they educated me, advised me and made it feel like we were doing it together.

Josh Stevens

UK Truck & Plant Group are nothing short of being the best garage ever!!!!! It will be the only garage we use going forward!!!! We rang late at night in deperation our clutch had gone on our converted VW crafter 24 hours before going on a family holiday to Cornwall.