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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 Dunstable 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 Dunstable (83 found)
MLS Automotive ltd
13 Jobs Completed
Milton Keynes
5.0 / 5

MLS Automotive and Custom Work is a place where all your vehicle needs will be met. We are using top-notch parts so your vehicle can be at high peak performance. We are

Parkway Garage LTD
695 Jobs Completed
Luton
3.7 / 5

Garage Services and MOT's at Very Competitive Prices MOT's, Servicing, Repairs, Cambelt's, Clutches, Tyres, Diagnostics and much much more. Luton's MOT, service and r

Luton Automotive 1
2509 Jobs Completed
TINGRITH
4.6 / 5

Hi PLEASE GET IN TOUCH TO BOOK IN! We operate from 3 locations : LUTON; MILTON KEYNES and OXFORD SO WE COVER BEDS. HERTS.BUCKS&OXFORDSHIRE. WITH TEAM MEMBERS AV

Formula One Autocentres - Dunstable
776 Jobs Completed
Dunstable
3.1 / 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 Leighton Buzzard
270 Jobs Completed
Leighton Buzzard
4.6 / 5

Protyre has a history going back over 50 years in the tyre industry and at Leighton Buzzard Protyre we pride ourselves on the level of service we provide to our customers

SWH AUTOMOTIVE LTD
24 Jobs Completed
Luton
5.0 / 5

Shah Autos LTD
23 Jobs Completed
Luton
3.5 / 5

Dev Auto Workz
19 Jobs Completed
Dunstable
5.0 / 5

With over 13 years of experience in the industry, working with well known car dealerships and roadside assistance. 5 years of full time education dedicated to the motor i

Ranger Tyres Auto Centre
1 Job Completed
Luton
5.0 / 5

Anthony Betts (Leighton Buzzard)
100 Jobs Completed
Leighton Buzzard
2.8 / 5

A & K Motors
64 Jobs Completed
Luton
3.7 / 5

we are based in Luton with qualified mechanics and a friendly management who is able to do all mechanical works, MOT ,body works , Welding, tyre, brakes, service etc. po

TTINTS AUTOCENTRE
85 Jobs Completed
Luton
4.6 / 5

We offer a wide range of vehicular products and services. , Give us a call or pay us a visit. Our friendly staff are always ready and happy to answer your questions. All

Bismillah Garage Services Ltd
124 Jobs Completed
Luton
4.2 / 5

Bismillah Garage Services is a family business, well established and respected MOT & car service garage in Luton also supplying replacement automotive parts such as e

George W Roberts and Son
56 Jobs Completed
Leighton Buzzard
5.0 / 5

Family run independent garage business established 1967 specialising in all all makes and models. Tell us your problem, and our committed team of technicians will work to

A5 Autobody
133 Jobs Completed
Dunstable
4.8 / 5

A5 Autobody

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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 Dunstable bookings

4.60

47 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Dunstable?

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 Dunstable
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Vauxhall£45.99
Ford£46.18
Volkswagen£47.35
BMW£46.56
Nissan£47.67
Mercedes£46.38
Audi£46.03
Toyota£47.02
Peugeot£45.89
MINI£47.09
Citroen£47.56
Renault£45.27
Volvo£46.44

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 20/12/2023 and 19/03/2024.

Booking a car MOT test in Dunstable

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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