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Book an MOT test from £29.99 in Didcot 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 Didcot 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 Didcot (15 found)
Protyre Abingdon
638 Jobs Completed
Abingdon
4.2 / 5

Jason and his team pride themselves on providing an exceptional level of customer service. The centre specialises in mechanical repairs including vehicle servicing and MO

Didcot Auto Centre
49 Jobs Completed
Didcot
3.4 / 5

"Didcot Auto Centre was established 5 years ago in our modern 4880 sqft premises. We provide car servicing, repairs and MOT testing. Over the years we have specialised in

TT MOTORGROUP
81 Jobs Completed
Didcot
3.5 / 5

Draycott Engineering ltd
169 Jobs Completed
Didcot
2.0 / 5

AJH Vehicle Repairs
201 Jobs Completed
Appleford
4.7 / 5

Established in 2016, we are a relatively new, independent company with a wealth of experience in car servicing and car repairs. Our professional mechanics are trained to

Didcot Motor Services
30 Jobs Completed
Brightwell, Wallingford
5.0 / 5

Didcot Motor Services is an independent family run business, based in Didcot, serving all local villages including Milton Park. We offer quality workmanship and a prof

Top Speed Tuning LTD
Member since 13 January 2020
didcot

we are top speed tuning and located in didcot we offer a great service at a very good price our work is carried out in a very professional and on time we carry out a

Hartwell Ford Abingdon
Member since 21 April 2015
Abingdon

The team to go to for service you can trust, at a price you can count on. Here at Hartwell Ford we aim to provide you with an unrivalled experience when servicing you

Chequers Garage
Member since 18 May 2011
Didcot

Welcome to the website of Chequers Garage. We are an independent garage based on the outskirts of Didcot and Wallingford. We cover a full range of garage services, from M

All Parts Oxford
Member since 23 April 2015
Oxford

All Parts is an automotive parts retailer, not a garage, and this is a test account.

Chequers Garage Ltd
Member since 28 September 2016
Didcot

Chequers was established over 50 years ago and has been providing our customers with a consistently high quality of servicing ever since. We respect and value that his

Brightwell Garage
Member since 03 December 2020
WALLINGFORD

Volkswagen, Audi, Seat & Skoda specialist located between Didcot and Wallingford, Oxfordshire. We are a local independent Volkswagen, Audi, Seat and Skoda car repa

Michael Foden
Member since 17 December 2020
DIDCOT

I am fully mobile. Based in Didcot but can and will travel. Brakes, tyres, suspension, lights etc.....

DJ Matthews Mot, Service & Repair Centre Didcot
Member since 25 August 2022
Didcot

Class 4,5L, 7 MOT tests. All makes, cars and vans.

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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 Didcot bookings

4.38

13 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Didcot?

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 Didcot
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Ford£37.92
Volkswagen£36.87
Vauxhall£36.70
BMW£36.63
Audi£37.10
Mercedes£38.20
Toyota£34.83
Peugeot£39.18
Nissan£38.45
Citroen£34.53
Renault£38.47
MINI£38.14
Volvo£41.75

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

Booking a car MOT test in Didcot

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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