Motorbike MOT in Teignmouth

Teignmouth sits at the mouth of the River Teign, with a harbour, a seafront and the bridge to Shaldon. Steep hills and summer visitors mean brakes and cooling systems work hard, and sea air is rough on exhausts and underbody parts.

We are Automaster, an independent garage at Longcombe Cross near Totnes, and we test motorcycles from Teignmouth. Here is what the motorbike MOT looks at, how the classes work and what comes next if a fault turns up.

Seaside riding and your motorcycle MOT

Sea air and stop-start summer traffic show up in particular places on a bike. Exhaust fixings, brake components and any exposed metal are worth a look before you arrive, along with the usual lights and tyres.

• Exhaust condition and mountings
• Brake performance
• Frame and exposed fixings
• Chain, belt or shaft drive

Class 1 and Class 2 motorbike MOT explained

Motorcycles up to 200cc fall in Class 1, and anything over 200cc is Class 2. Tell us the make, model, registration and engine size when you book and we will confirm the class.

What if the motorbike MOT finds a fault?

Defects are marked dangerous, major or minor, with advisories for things to watch. A dangerous one means the bike must not be ridden until repaired.

We can do MOT failure repairs on site and retest the bike, so there is no need for a second garage. Retest terms depend on the faults and timing, so ask when you book online or by phone.