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Book an MOT test from £29.99 in Falmouth 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 Falmouth 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 Falmouth (7 found)
Xpress Garage & Mot Centre Falmouth
106 Jobs Completed
Falmouth
3.7 / 5

Here at Xpress Garage is the largest independent garage, tyre specialist, and premiere car care centre in Falmouth / Penryn. We are experts in automotive repair includin

Cornwall Autogas & MOT Centre
1 Job Completed
Penryn
5.0 / 5

We are a family run MOT, service and repair station located on the main road between Helston and Falmouth, just outside of Longdowns. Aside from carrying out standard ga

B. M Mechanical
Member since 19 February 2020
Penryn

I’m a mobile mechanic based in the Tr10 postcode and travel up to 30 miles radius. I have over 18 years experience within the Motor Trade. I’m happy to carry all types

Millers Garages Ltd
Member since 08 February 2016
FALMOUTH

We are a Renault and Dacia main dealer with the knowledge, specific tooling and diagnostic equipment to efficiently repair and maintain all Renault and Dacia vehicles. Co

The Dell Garage
Member since 21 December 2011
Falmouth

"The Dell Garage is located on Avenue Road in Falmouth, Cornwall. We are a class 4 MOT centre and also offer different types of servicing as well as dealing with brakes,

IAN MORCOM MOT & REPAIR CENTRE Ltd
Member since 16 February 2015
Penryn

MOT Testing Centre who can carry out all failure work. A family business with an excellent reputation for quality work at reasonable prices

Vospers of Falmouth
Member since 24 March 2015
Falmouth

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

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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 Falmouth bookings

5.00

3 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Falmouth?

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 Falmouth
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Volkswagen£44.99
Ford£45.70
Peugeot£45.70

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 24/01/2024 and 23/04/2024.

Booking a car MOT test in Falmouth

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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