Graham Hill Motor Technician
Poole
319 jobs completed
Graham Hill Motor Technician is a family run business which has grown from strength to strength over the years. We offer a host of services, ranging from but not limi
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- £52.34
- Average quote for an MOT this month in Bournemouth.
- £2
- Average driver saving for an MOT in Bournemouth.
12 garages near you for an MOT in Bournemouth
Elite Garages Poole
Poole
11 jobs completed
Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and around 240 employees. Elite
Elite Garages Bournemouth
Bournemouth
583 jobs completed
Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and around 240 employees. Elite
Protyre Poole (Barter Rd)
Poole
538 jobs completed
Bathwick Tyres - Poole Barter Road - Team Protyre joined the Protyre network in 2018. The centre specialises in mechanical repairs as well as supplying and fitting tyres
Moto OiI Auto Centre Poole
Poole
616 jobs completed
Moto Oil Autocentre - Passion forged into strength. Just as the cars get better over time, our level of knowledge and experience has expanded over the years, making us
MOT in Bournemouth
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Bournemouth, drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
Average quote pricefrom £52
Courtesy car available31 garages
Common opening hours9am to 5pm
Weekend availability197 garages open on Saturday
Rated 4+ stars76 garages
Extra services availablePick up and collection, Courtesy car, Waiting room, Wifi available, Mobile mechanic, MOT bays, VAT registered, Fast fitter, Bodywork specialist, Locksmith specialist
MOT quotes by make in Bournemouth
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Bournemouth, Mercedes drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
| Car Make | Average Price | Average Saving | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes | £52.39 | £2.10 | Get a quote |
| Ford | £52.54 | £1.17 | Get a quote |
| BMW | £52.06 | £2.65 | Get a quote |
| Volkswagen | £52.43 | £1.66 | Get a quote |
| Vauxhall | £52.43 | £0.86 | Get a quote |
| Audi | £52.82 | £0.97 | Get a quote |
| Toyota | £52.44 | £0.95 | Get a quote |
| Peugeot | £52.45 | £1.76 | Get a quote |
| Nissan | £52.08 | £1.89 | Get a quote |
| MINI | £53.02 | £0.67 | Get a quote |
Prices based on the average from the past 3 months
Based on estimates from FixMyCar
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In 2021, 1.16 billion vehicle miles were travelled on roads in Bournemouth. It is the biggest town in Dorset, a county in which over half a million cars are owned. Getting around by public transport is easy; there are two train stations on the South West Main Line, while bus services are operated by Morebus, First Bus and Damory Coaches. Research from TomTom ranked Bournemouth the 99th most congested place in the world.
Since Bournemouth is on the coast, cars in this area may experience a higher level of corrosion on key components, requiring them to be replaced more often. The bodywork starts to rust first; other parts most at risk include the brake callipers, nuts, and bolts. You can help to prevent this from happening by regularly washing your car, especially after a trip to the beach. Since rust spreads and eats away at metal components, it's best to get it fixed sooner rather than later. FixMyCar can help you find a bodywork specialist near Bournemouth.
A car MOT is an annual inspection that ensures your vehicle meets acceptable safety and environmental standards. It is a legal requirement to book an MOT test every twelve months unless your car is under three years old.
An MOT consists of dozens of tests, including an emissions test, but it doesn't cover the condition of the clutch, engine or gearbox. The three most common reasons for and MOT failure are lighting/signalling, suspension and brakes.
At the end of the test, you will get an MOT certificate that says whether your car passed or failed. If it fails, you can only drive your car if your current certificate is still valid and the test didn't identify any "dangerous" problems. Otherwise, you must get your vehicle repaired immediately.
Finding an affordable car MOT centre with good reviews is essential because you never know whether your vehicle will require extra work after the test. Fortunately, you're in the right place.
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Efficient and friendly. Highly recommend
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The belt that drives the power steering had stretched, a new belt was obtained and fitted within an hour.
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