Overview. You need to get an HGV , bus or trailer MOT (also known as an 'annual test') for: goods vehicles with a gross weight of more than 3,500 kilograms ( kg ) ... horseboxes with a gross weight of more than 3,500kg.

What MOT class is a horsebox?

MOT TEST - CLASS 7

Class 7 MOT tests are suitable for Goods Vehicles (including pickups, transits, motor homes, horseboxes & vans) over 3,000 kg up to and including 3500 kg DGW.

Do you have to MOT a horse box?

As the government agency responsible for vehicle safety and environmental standards, VOSA carries out a test every year on your horse box to make sure it meets minimum road safety and environmental standards.