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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 Ely 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 Ely (21 found)
Cathedral Automotive Ely.
167 Jobs Completed
Welney
5.0 / 5

We are a family business based just outside Littleport near Ely with over 12 years experience in the motor industry. Beginning with a Vauxhall Master Tech qualification t

Winthorpe Ltd
102 Jobs Completed
Lynn Road
3.5 / 5

If you’re looking for a reliable car garage in Ely or Littleport, look no further than Winthorpe Limited, we are specialists in a wide range of garage services including

M-Tech Auto Care
24 Jobs Completed
Cambridge
4.4 / 5

My name is Mike and I've been a fully qualified vehicle technician for over 12 years, starting out my apprenticeship within the VAG network and gaining multiple accredita

Rayments Vehicle Servicing And Repairs
14 Jobs Completed
Ely
5.0 / 5

Rayment’s Vehicle Servicing & Repairs opened up in 2016 and we have recently moved to a bigger premises in Soham.. This garage services and repairs all makes and mode

GLOVERS GARAGE
1 Job Completed
ELY
4.0 / 5

"Geoff Glover first started at Chettisham Garage in 1959 and over the last 50 years the garage has seen steady growth and change. Chettisham Garage currently provides man

Penguin Motors Ltd
2 Jobs Completed
Ely
5.0 / 5

we are a small independent workshop, we strive to give a quality service at a reasonable price.

Queen Adelaide Garage
6 Job Completed
Cambridgeshire
5.0 / 5

For MOT testing, servicing and vehicle repairs, all under one roof. Our experienced team of mechanics are trained to provide a professional, high quality service and will

B&C Motors
Member since 23 June 2020
Cottenham

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

JRL AUTOS
Member since 12 December 2014
WITCHFORD, ELY

JRL Autos are a family run business with many years of experience in the MOT and servicing industry. Our friendly, honest approach means your car is in the best of hands.

Manchetts.
Member since 14 May 2019
Cambridge

Manchetts

EMG (Ely)
Member since 17 November 2015
Ely

EMG is now a well established dealer partner with KIA MOTORS. Having held the franchise at our Kings Lynn branch for over 6 years, we were awarded the franchise at our Ca

King's of Witcham Limited
Member since 14 January 2016
Ely

The team to go to for service you can trust, at a price you can count on. Here at King's of Witcham Limited we aim to provide you with an unrivalled experience when s

BKD Motors Ltd
Member since 12 December 2014
Ely

"Small family run business with over 15 years experience in the trade, offering mot, servicing and repairs to all vehicle makes and light commercial "

GTR MOTORS
Member since 12 December 2014
Ely

"Small family run business, with over 11 years experience within the motor trade. all work undertaken ,MOT , servicing and repairs on all vehicle types ."

Ely Auto Care Ltd
Member since 13 October 2015
Witchford

We have brand new and top of the range equipment to give our mechanics the tools they need to give your vehicle the very best care. Our head mechanic has over 20 years ex

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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 Ely bookings

4.29

7 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Ely?

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 Ely
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Ford£48.73
Volkswagen£47.57
BMW£48.39
Mercedes£46.01
Nissan£48.07
Peugeot£48.45
Toyota£47.10
Vauxhall£46.50
Citroen£48.21
Audi£47.31
Renault£47.68
MINI£49.32
Volvo£46.82

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 17/01/2024 and 16/04/2024.

Booking a car MOT test in Ely

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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