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Sunrise Service & MOT Centre -
15B Sunrise Business Park, Higher
Shaftesbury Road, Blandford Forum,
Dorset, DT11 8ST

MOT Dorset DVSA-Approved Testing in Blandford Forum

For drivers across Dorset, the annual MOT is both a legal requirement and a crucial step in ensuring vehicles remain safe. At Sunrise Service & MOT Centre in Blandford Forum, our DVSA-approved testers conduct MOT checks in around 50 minutes. We’re just off the A350, making us easy to find. More than 8,000 motorists and businesses rely on us for clear, compliant testing and professional service.

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MOT Legal Requirements Every Driver Should Know

According to the UK Government, all vehicles over three years old must pass an annual MOT to meet road safety and environmental standards. 

Driving without one carries severe penalties:

At Sunrise, our DVSA-approved testers perform MOT Dorset checks in roughly 50 minutes. The exact time depends on your vehicle’s class and its condition. This ensures every inspection meets legal standards without unnecessary delay. To give you added peace of mind, we also provide a free MOT re-test when our technicians carry out remedial work.


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MOT Classes & Specialist Testing in Dorset

Our DVSA-approved team carries out MOT Dorset testing across multiple vehicle classes:

  • Class 4: Cars and small passenger vehicles
  • Class 5: Minibuses with 13–16 passenger seats
  • Class 7: Light commercial vehicles between 3,000kg and 3,500kg

To view the full range of vehicles we maintain, from hatchbacks to horseboxes, visit our Vehicles We Service page. We also provide specialist compliance services for local schools, businesses, and fleet operators:

  • Minibus Safety Inspections: Section 19 permit vehicles require safety checks every 6–10 weeks, depending on age
  • PSV Checks: Public service vehicles must undergo daily walkaround checks. This helps confirm they are roadworthy and comply with regulations.
  • Hackney Carriage Tests: Licensed taxis require six-monthly tests to meet public hire regulations

Whether you run one car or a fleet, our Blandford Forum team guarantees that every MOT and safety check meets top standards.

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What’s Checked During Your MOT

Our DVSA-approved testers check your vehicle against the official checklist. This confirms it meets UK road safety and environmental standards. Each MOT involves checking:

  • Horn, seatbelts and seats
  • And much more

If your vehicle does not pass the first time, Sunrise provides a free re-test once our team carries out remedial work.

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MOT Pricing in Blandford Forum

We keep our MOT Dorset pricing competitive while delivering testing in line with DVSA standards:

  • Car MOTs: £45
  • Class 7 MOTs: £58.60
  • Camper van MOTs: £54.85

These rates cover a wide range of domestic and commercial vehicles, giving you clear and transparent costs upfront. Every MOT includes the reassurance of a free re-test when remedial work is carried out by our team, saving you both time and money.

To see the standards we maintain across different vehicle types, explore our Gallery.

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Book Your MOT Appointment Today

Booking your MOT in Dorset is simple with Sunrise Service & MOT Centre. Our DVSA-approved testers complete checks in around 50 minutes, keeping your vehicle safe, compliant, and ready for the road.

With over 20 years of experience and more than 8,000 satisfied customers, we’re trusted by both local drivers and commercial operators. Whether you need a car MOT, a Class 7 commercial check, or PSV support for your minibus, our Blandford Forum team is here to help. Our customers frequently commend our friendly, reliable service and high professional standards. You can read their feedback on our Testimonials page.

Failing your MOT is a nuisance, but the sooner you get your vehicle sorted and MOT rebooked, the sooner you'll be back on the road.

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MOT FAQs

MOT simply stands for ‘Ministry of Transport’. This is the government department that introduced the testing of cars for safety in 1960.

You must get an MOT by the third anniversary of your car’s registration, or a year after its last MOT.

You must get an MOT by the third anniversary of your car’s registration, or a year after its last MOT.

Unless your vehicle is under three years old, it is illegal to drive a vehicle without an MOT. The only exception is if you are driving to a pre-booked test at an authorised test centre.

If caught driving a vehicle without a valid MOT, you can be fined up to £1,000. If you drive a vehicle determined to be 'dangerous' by an MOT test, you can be banned from driving, receive three penalty points on your licence, and face a fine of up to £2,500.

You can replace an MOT certificate for free on the government website. You will need your registration number and the 11-digit number from your vehicle log book (V5C).

You can find out if a vehicle has an MOT certificate and when it runs out on the government website. You’ll need to enter your vehicle’s registration number.

Yes. You can get an MOT one month, minus a day, before the expiry date of your existing certificate.

Yes. MOTs are outside the scope of VAT and are not included in your VAT return’s inputs or outputs.

No. This is a common misconception but there is no two-week ‘grace period’ for lapsed MOTs. If your vehicle’s MOT has expired, it’s illegal to be driving on the road unless you are driving directly to an MOT centre.

If your vehicle fails its MOT, you can get a free retest if you leave it with the original MOT testing station for repair and arrange for a partial retest within the next 10 days.

MOTs check dozens of elements on your vehicle including the exhaust system, brakes and fuel systems, windscreen wipers, seatbelts and lights.

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