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Book an MOT test from £29.99 in Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft (35 found)
Lowestoft Car and Commercial
462 Jobs Completed
Lowestoft
4.8 / 5

Lowestoft Car and Commercial are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages op

LS Motor Repairs
253 Jobs Completed
Great Yarmouth
4.8 / 5

LS Motor Repairs are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to t

Protyre Beccles
120 Jobs Completed
Beccles
3.9 / 5

Wheels & Tyres Direct - Team Protyre, joined the Protyre network in 2018 and offer a large range of tyres, batteries, alloy wheels and exhausts. We also offer car ser

KB Auto Recovery LTD
13 Job Completed
Lowestoft
5.0 / 5

KB Auto Recovery offers all types of vehicle servicing and repairs throughout Lowestoft. We are proudly accredited as both RAC and AA-approved repair centers. Located in

M & P Autos Eurorepar Car Service Centre
24 Job Completed
Beccles
5.0 / 5

VAUXHALL SPECIALISTS ALL REPAIRS UNDERTAKEN SERVICING MOT'S ARRANGED DIAGNOSTICS - ALL MAKES & MODELS

LG Perfect
13 Job Completed
Great Yarmouth
5.0 / 5

We are members of the Bosch Car Service Network which is a national network of independent garages. Our objective is to provide you with a friendly and professional servi

Autotech Garage Services
21 Jobs Completed
Great Yarmouth
5.0 / 5

Nowadays we all rely on our cars, be it to travel to work or get the children to school. Due to this if our cars develop an issue, this can be an incredibly stressful tim

Binks of Beccles Limited
1 Job Completed
Beccles
5.0 / 5

Established in 1992 our family run business prides itself in offering our customers a professional and personnal service at very competitive prices. There are an extensiv

Ace Service Centre
Member since 28 October 2011
Great Yarmouth

We are the COMPLETE garage solution, based in Great Yarmouth off Suffolk Rd behind East Coast College. On top of Class 4,5 and 7 MOTs, we also offer a wide range of other

Smart MOT garage limited
Member since 03 February 2023
SUFFOLK

Smart MOT Garage is a fully qualified garage near you offering expert MOT, servicing and repair work. Our experienced mechanics have access to the latest industry equipme

Bradwelll Car Clinic
Member since 16 March 2017
Great Yarmouth

Whether you need a full car service, need your car preparing for an MOT or a more specific service, Bradwell Car Clinic can take care of everything for you. We offer a

John Grose (Lowestoft)
Member since 17 November 2015
Lowestoft

Our Ford & Kia dealership on Whapload Road underwent a massive refurbishment project during the end of 2010 and the first half of 2011. The result is a state of the art s

Emerald Autoservices Ltd
Member since 25 October 2011
Beccles

Emerald Autoservices Ltd operates a fully equipped workshop staffed by qualified, time-served technicians who are equipped with the latest in hand held diagnostic softwar

Lings Hyundai
Member since 16 November 2016
Suffolk

As an established Hyundai dealer, we are proud to represent the philosophy of New Thinking, New Possibilities. We believe in challenging conventions, not for the sake

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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 Lowestoft bookings

4.92

12 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Lowestoft?

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 Lowestoft
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Vauxhall£39.87
Ford£39.35
Volkswagen£37.27
Peugeot£38.50
Mercedes£39.76
Audi£39.50
Nissan£37.37
BMW£40.53
Renault£37.69
Citroen£39.55

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 30/12/2023 and 29/03/2024.

Booking a car MOT test in Lowestoft

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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