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MOT Test Centres in Shetland Islands
10 MOT test stations in Shetland Islands (Scotland) were listed as active by DVSA on 26 Feb 2026. 4 (40%) test motorcycles, 6 (60%) test Class 7 vans and 3 test Class 4 cars and light vans only. The car test is capped at £54.85 here as everywhere in Great Britain; £30-45 is typical.
Stations listed
10
#32 of 32 districts in Scotland
Test motorcycles
4
40% hold Class 1 or 2
Test Class 7 vans
6
60% hold Class 7 (3,000-3,500kg)
Class 5 / Class 3
4 / 2
Minibuses 13+ seats / three-wheelers
What the Shetland Islands Stations Can Test
Of the 10 listed stations, 10 test Class 4 (cars, light vans up to 3,000kg, motor caravans and taxis), which makes a car MOT the easiest test to place in Shetland Islands. Motorcycle riders have 4 options; drivers of 3,000-3,500kg vans have 6; operators of 13-seat-plus passenger vehicles have 4; three-wheelers can be tested at 2. The stations are spread across Lerwick (4), Shetland (3), Brae (1), Scalloway (1) and 1 other post towns. 1 is council-run; the rest are independent garages.
| Class | Vehicles | Stations | Share | DVSA max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Motorcycles up to 200cc | 4 | 40% | £29.65 |
| Class 2 | Motorcycles over 200cc | 4 | 40% | £29.65 |
| Class 3 | Three-wheeled vehicles up to 450kg | 2 | 20% | £37.80 |
| Class 4 | Cars, light vans up to 3,000kg, motor caravans, taxis, minibuses up to 12 seats | 10 | 100% | £54.85 |
| Class 5 | Private passenger vehicles with 13 or more seats | 4 | 40% | £59.55 to £80.65 |
| Class 7 | Goods vehicles 3,000 to 3,500kg | 6 | 60% | £58.60 |
Motorcycle, Van, PSV and Three-Wheeler Stations (7)
Stations in Shetland Islands authorised for Class 1, 2, 3, 5 or 7 as well as, or instead of, Class 4 cars. Each has its own page with classes, nearest alternatives and, where matched, the operating company.
| Station | Town | Postcode | Phone | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brae Garage (Shetland) LtdBrae | Brae | ZE2 9QJ | 01806 522331 | 123457 |
| Hendersons GarageHenderson's Garage | Shetland | ZE2 9JE | 01950 460350 | 123457 |
| Jims Garage MOT Testing StationNo 6 Gremista Industrial Estate | Lerwick | ZE1 0PX | 01595 695202 | 123457 |
| Jrj Shetland LtdPort Business Park | Lerwick | ZE1 0TW | 01595 690000 | 123457 |
| MmwVeensgarth | Tingwall | ZE2 9SB | 01595 840840 | 123457 |
| Shetland Islands CouncilGremista · council-run | Lerwick | ZE1 0PX | 01595 744133 | 123457 |
| Shetland MOT & RepairBallister | Shetland | ZE2 9SB | 01595 840666 | 123457 |
Car and Light Van (Class 4 Only) Stations (3)
Stations in Shetland Islands authorised for Class 4 only: cars, vans up to 3,000kg, motor caravans, taxis and minibuses up to 12 seats. The £54.85 cap applies; £30-45 is typical.
| Station | Town | Postcode | Phone | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aith Garage LtdAith Garage | Shetland | ZE2 9NB | 01595 810333 | 123457 |
| Leask Motor Garage (Lerwick) LtdGremista | Lerwick | ZE1 0PX | 01595 693411 | 123457 |
| Scalloway MotorsBerry Road | Scalloway | ZE1 0UJ | 01595 880662 | 123457 |
What an MOT costs in Shetland Islands
DVSA maximum, Class 4 car
£54.85
Same cap in England, Scotland and Wales
Scotland typical (Class 4 car)
£30-45
From this site's regional guide for Scotland
Free retest
10 days
If the vehicle stays at the station for repair
| Class | Vehicles | DVSA max | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Motorcycles up to 200cc | £29.65 | £20-29 |
| Class 2 | Motorcycles over 200cc | £29.65 | £20-29 |
| Class 3 | Three-wheeled vehicles up to 450kg | £37.80 | £28-37 |
| Class 4 | Cars, light vans up to 3,000kg, motor caravans, taxis, minibuses up to 12 seats | £54.85 | £30-45 |
| Class 5 | Private passenger vehicles with 13 or more seats | £59.55 to £80.65 | £50-80 |
| Class 7 | Goods vehicles 3,000 to 3,500kg | £58.60 | £40-55 |
Caps are the DVSA statutory maximums (unchanged since April 2010, re-verified 24 August 2026); typical charges are this site's observed ranges. The MOT fee is VAT-exempt. Edinburgh and Glasgow are competitive; remote Highland garages tend to be pricier. See the full fee guide and how to pay less.
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MOT Fees by Vehicle Class
The full DVSA cap schedule: £29.65 bike to £124.50 large PSV, with typical charges.
Cheapest MOT
Chain deals from £20-30, comparison platforms, council centres and the cheap-MOT trap.
Average MOT Cost 2026
£35 booked, £46 standalone (BookMyGarage 2025) against the £54.85 cap.
When Is My MOT Due?
Check the date and use the one-month early booking window.
Where this listing comes from
- Register: DVSA Active MOT test stations (GOV.UK publication), dataset dated 26 Feb 2026. Every station on this page was listed as active on 26 Feb 2026. DVSA updates the list roughly quarterly; authorisations can change between releases, so check with the station before travelling.
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- Geography: districts, regions and distances derived from postcodes via postcodes.io (ONS Postcode Directory). Contains OS data (c) Crown copyright and database right 2026; Contains Royal Mail data (c) Royal Mail copyright and database right 2026; Contains National Statistics data (c) Crown copyright and database right 2026.
- Not on the register: prices, opening hours, websites and booking. The £54.85 cap and typical charges on this page come from this site's verified fee guide, not from DVSA's station list.
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