Class 1 & 2
Motorcycle MOT — Class 1 and Class 2
Motorcycle MOTs from the Forge Garage Group in Bournemouth, carried out to the DVSA's rules for motorcycles.
Motorcycle MOTs are booked by phone for now — the numbers are below.
Who needs it
Vehicles in Class 1 & 2
- Class 1: motorcycles with an engine up to 200cc, with or without a sidecar
- Class 2: motorcycles with an engine over 200cc, with or without a sidecar
The class goes by engine size: up to 200cc is Class 1, over 200cc is Class 2. A bike needs its first MOT by the third anniversary of its registration.
What’s checked
- Brakes
- Steering and suspension
- Tyres and wheels
- Lights and electrics
- Frame and structure
- Exhaust, emissions and fuel system
- Horn, mirrors and registration plate
- Drive chain, sprockets and throttle
Where — and what it costs
Book by phone
Online booking for motorcycles isn’t open yet. Call any of our branches and they’ll book your bike in at the right one. The DVSA’s maximum fee for a motorcycle MOT is £29.65 (£37.80 with a sidecar).
FAQs
Motorcycle MOT questions
Can I book a motorcycle MOT?
Yes — motorcycle MOTs (Class 1 and 2) are booked by phone for now. Call any of our branches and they’ll book you in. See motorcycle MOTs.
How early can I get my MOT done?
Up to a month (minus a day) before your current MOT runs out — and you keep the same renewal date. Not sure when yours is due? Use our free MOT check.
What happens if my vehicle fails?
You’ll get a refusal of an MOT certificate listing each defect, and we’ll talk you through them. You can drive the vehicle away only if your old MOT is still valid and nothing was marked ‘dangerous’ — otherwise it needs repairing first. Retests are charged in line with the DVSA’s rules, and we’ll tell you the cost before any retest.
What if I disagree with the result?
Talk to the branch first — they’ll go through it with you. You can also appeal to the DVSA within 14 working days of the test.