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Book an MOT test from £29.99 in Chelmsford online today with WhoCanFixMyCar.


An MOT test is an annual legal requirement for all cars over 3 years old.


You car MOT ensures car safety, functionality and legality by checking all the vehicle’s major components for faults.


With so many MOT test centres in Chelmsford on our network, securing a good deal for your MOT test is made simple with WhoCanFixMyCar.


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Top garages for MOT in Chelmsford (47 found)
Essex Motor Service Ltd.
163 Jobs Completed
Chelmsford
5.0 / 5

We are a family operated service and customization business with over 10 years of experience, covering Chelmsford and the surrounding area. We are a specialist in automob

Formula One Autocentres - Chelmsford
746 Jobs Completed
Chelmsford
3.5 / 5

Established in 1974, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern pre

Protyre Great Dunmow
312 Jobs Completed
Broadgroves
4.7 / 5

Tyremart Great Dunmow opened in 1984 on the Oak Industrial Estate opposite Ongar Motorcycles. The centre with its distinctive yellow and red colours has grown over the ye

Harris and box vehicle solutions ltd
209 Jobs Completed
Witham
4.0 / 5

Wickford Autocentre
1137 Jobs Completed
Wickford
4.6 / 5

Going by first impressions, Russel Gardens in Wickford may not be the sort of place where you would expect to find a modern auto centre, and especially not one that can o

Quest Motor Group
26 Jobs Completed
Braintree
3.3 / 5

As an authorised Bosch Car Service workshop, you rest assured that we deliver high quality servicing, maintenance and repairs for all makes and models of vehicle. Our acc

Andy Mobile Mechanic
65 Jobs Completed
Ongar
5.0 / 5

My name is Andy and I own and run my own mobile mechanic business. Being mobile, I can come to carry out all work at your location of choice, be it at work or home, savi

Miles Motor Mechanics
73 Jobs Completed
Little burstead
4.4 / 5

began my mechanic career through Addison Lee the London taxi service and this was through Ford which was a scheme where both were involved. I served my time repairing the

Autobahn Maldon
98 Jobs Completed
Maldon
4.9 / 5

Autobahn located in Maldon has established an excellent reputation locally for outstanding customer service and great prices on branded, new and part worn tyres and all a

HiQ Chelmsford
36 Jobs Completed
Chelmsford
4.8 / 5

HiQ Chelmsford is the complete car care centre offering Servicing and MOTs to dealer standard for all makes of vehicle. We have a huge stock of all the major brands of ty

Torque Monkey
Member since 11 August 2020
Chelmsford

Previously known as iTuning Autocenter, Torque Monkey is set to be the latest performance tuning centre and car repair auto shop in the Home Counties. With over 15 years

Braintree Motor Works Ltd
Member since 20 February 2017
Braintree

Here at Braintree Motor Works, we offer a full range of car servicing and can undertake work on all makes and models. We are also specialists in car diagnostics in Braint

Markham and Smith Motor Engineers Ltd
Member since 10 October 2019
Witham

Looking for great value car servicing in Witham, Essex? We are an independent sales and service centre specializing in the service of Ford vehicles at great prices. We pr

Mercury Car Centre
Member since 19 December 2013
Brentwood

"We offer MOT, Services or Car Repair in Essex. We are independent specialists for Audi, VW, BMW, Jaguar, Mercedes, Porsche, Volvo, Land Rover and Range Rover. If you are

ADT Auto Repair
Member since 28 May 2019
Highwood

I am a mechanic operating from Highwood near Chelmsford, Essex, I have a fully equipped workshop capable of working on all makes and models of cars, I work alongside a sp

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Frequently asked questions
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What is a MOT test?

An MOT is a service/test which every car is legally required to have carried out every 12 months. It ensures that your car is functioning, safe and of course legal to drive.

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How much is an MOT?

The maximum MOT test price that a garage can charge is set by the Driver Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Currently, the maximum cost is set at £54.85 for cars and caravans.

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When is my car’s MOT due?

If you have bought a used car recently, an MOT certificate from the previous owner will be included in the documents you receive when you buy the car, this will inform you of the next due date. If you can’t find your certificate, the website www.vehicleenquiry.service.gov.uk will help you find out when your next test is due. If your car is new, it will be required after three years.

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What does a MOT check?

It includes an inspection of the following:

  • Screenwash
  • Wiper blades
  • Beam patterns
  • Exhaust and engine mounts
  • Brake pad levels
  • Suppression joints and brushes
  • Lights
  • Tread depth
  • Suspension levels
  • Corrosion of the suspension mounts
  • Engine exhaust emissions
  • CO2 and CO3 emissions and hydrocarbon emissions
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How can I check my MOT history?

You can check this at https://mot-history.net/. This new government service allows you to check the history of any car from just putting in the vehicle make and registration number.

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What can fail a MOT?

The most common reasons why cars fail their MOT are:

  • worn seatbelts
  • windscreen chips
  • incorrect beam pattern

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  • insufficient tyre tread depth
  • faulty registration plate lamps
  • damaged wiper blades
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What should I do if my car fails its MOT?

You’ll be issued with a VT30 Certificate stating why the car failed. There is no time limit before a retest can be booked, and the garage will normally offer to carry out the required repairs. Therefore, you should undertake any necessary repairs pointed out by the garage to ensure a pass certificate.

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How often should I get a MOT?

Your car should go in for its MOT annually, unless of course it was bought and registered as brand new. If this is the case it is only required after three years of its registration, but after that point it should be taken in yearly like other cars.

Average rating for  MOT in Chelmsford bookings

4.12

34 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Chelmsford?

The maximum cost for an MOT is £54.85, garages cannot charge more than this. However, many garages charge less than this, the average quote on WhoCanFixMyCar.com is around £40.


MOT Cost by Car Make in Chelmsford
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Ford£45.49
Volkswagen£44.76
Vauxhall£44.43
Nissan£44.77
BMW£44.58
Renault£46.20
Mercedes£45.31
Toyota£45.38
Audi£49.02
Peugeot£44.01
Citroen£44.09
MINI£44.18
Volvo£44.49

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 20/01/2024 and 19/04/2024.

Booking a car MOT test in Chelmsford

An MOT is a service/test which every car is legally required to have carried out every 12 months.

You don’t need to take your car for three years if you buy and register it as brand new. However, as soon as the three years are up, it is a legal requirement that you take your car for the test yearly.

A cars roadworthiness will be checked during the MOT, with each major component inspected by a trained professional. A garage has to have authorisation from the DVSA to carry out the test.


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