Motorcycle MOT Classes Explained: Class 1, 2 and 3
Which MOT class your bike needs: class 1 up to 200cc, class 2 over 200cc, and class 3 for light three-wheelers, plus what it means when booking.
Every MOT test station is approved to test certain classes of vehicle. When you book, the station must be approved for your bike's class. Every listing on this site shows the classes the station is approved for, taken from the DVSA list of active test stations.
Class 1: motorcycles up to 200cc
Motorcycles with an engine of up to 200cc, with or without a sidecar. The first MOT is due at 3 years old. Maximum fee £29.65, or £37.80 with a sidecar.
Class 2: motorcycles over 200cc
Motorcycles with an engine over 200cc, with or without a sidecar. First MOT at 3 years. Maximum fee £29.65, or £37.80 with a sidecar.
Class 3: light three-wheelers
Three-wheeled vehicles up to 450kg unladen weight. First MOT at 3 years. Maximum fee £37.80. Heavier three-wheelers (over 450kg) are class 4, the same class as cars.
Almost every bike station tests both
Of the stations on the DVSA list approved for motorcycles, almost all are approved for both class 1 and class 2, so most riders can use any of them. Check the listing if your bike is unusual.
Bike specialists and mixed garages
Some stations test only motorcycles. Others are car garages that also hold motorcycle approval. Each listing here shows whether a station also tests cars and vans, so you can choose a bike specialist if you prefer.
Classes for other vehicles
- Class 4: cars, motor caravans, quads and goods vehicles up to 3,000kg.
- Class 5: passenger vehicles with 13 or more passenger seats.
- Class 7: goods vehicles over 3,000kg up to 3,500kg, and zero emission goods vehicles from 3,501kg to 4,250kg. See our class 7 guide.
Common questions
What MOT class is a motorbike?
Motorcycles up to 200cc are class 1 and motorcycles over 200cc are class 2. Both have a maximum fee of £29.65, or £37.80 with a sidecar.
Can any MOT garage test a motorcycle?
No. The station must be approved for motorcycle classes. Many car garages are not, so check the station's approved classes before you book.
What class is a three-wheeler?
Three-wheelers up to 450kg unladen are class 3. Heavier three-wheelers are class 4.
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More guides
- How Much Is a Motorcycle MOT? Maximum Fees and Retests
- What Is Checked in a Motorcycle MOT?
- When Does a Motorcycle Need an MOT?
- Class 7 MOT Explained: Which Vans Need One and What It Costs
General information, not legal advice. Figures checked against GOV.UK and DVSA guidance on 9 November 2026.