Motorbike MOT in Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge is a South Hams market town at the head of the estuary, with a steep main street, a waterfront and rural roads in every direction. Daily use of the A379 and the hills around the town is hard on brakes, tyres and suspension. Riders from Salcombe, Loddiswell, Modbury and Thurlestone make up our wider catchment.

Automaster is an independent garage at Longcombe Cross near Totnes, and it tests motorcycles. The sections below explain the checks, the classes and the route from fail to retest.

What does a motorbike MOT check on hilly roads?

Steep descents and climbs lean on a few components in particular, and the test covers them in detail alongside the remainder of the machine.

• Brakes, front and rear
• Tyres and wheels
• Steering and suspension
• Lights, indicators and horn
• Chain, belt or shaft, exhaust, frame, plate and VIN

Motorcycle MOT classes: up to 200cc or over

Class 1 applies up to 200cc and Class 2 applies above it. Tell us the make, model, registration and engine size and we confirm the class before the test.

Failed your motorcycle MOT? Repair and retest

Defects are graded dangerous, major or minor, and advisories note what to watch. With a dangerous defect, do not ride the bike until it is repaired.

We can repair on site and retest, though terms depend on the faults and timing. Book online or by phone and ask about it then.