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Book an MOT test from £29.99 in Houghton Regis 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 Houghton Regis 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 Houghton Regis (56 found)
SWH AUTOMOTIVE LTD
30 Jobs Completed
Luton
5.0 / 5

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Formula One Autocentres - Dunstable
787 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

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Protyre Leighton Buzzard
275 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

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Shah Autos LTD
26 Jobs Completed
Luton
3.5 / 5

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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

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Ranger Tyres Auto Centre
2 Job Completed
Luton
5.0 / 5

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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

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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

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A5 Autobody
133 Jobs Completed
Dunstable
4.8 / 5

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Georgina Service Station
20 Jobs Completed
Dunstable
4.2 / 5

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Car Warehouse
33 Jobs Completed
LUTON
3.0 / 5

Established in 2010, we provide one of the best services for MOT tests at our Garage in Luton. By using highly experienced staff and equipment you can be assured your car

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KaSpeed
4 Jobs Completed
London
5.0 / 5

Car servicing and repairs, Pre MOT preparation, MOT

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Mike Brewer Motors Luton
6 Jobs Completed
Luton
5.0 / 5

Surrounded by motors all his life as his dad was heavily involved in car customising, Mike discovered his passion for motoring as a teenager and knew this would be his ca

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AMS Ltd
14 Jobs Completed
Luton/ Dunstable
5.0 / 5

We are mobile mechanic service based in Beds & Herts area, bring the convenience of a garage to your door. We are able to diagnose, service & repair your vehicle

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Hartwell Ford Dunstable
9 Job Completed
Dunstable
5.0 / 5

The team to go to for service you can trust, at a price you can count on. Here at Birchwood Ford 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 Houghton Regis bookings

4.53

30 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Houghton Regis?

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 Houghton Regis
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Vauxhall£45.54
Ford£46.31
BMW£46.51
Volkswagen£47.21
Mercedes£45.94
Audi£45.88
Nissan£47.84
Toyota£46.94
Peugeot£45.34
Renault£46.59
MINI£47.05
Citroen£47.45
Volvo£46.73

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 21/01/2024 and 20/04/2024.

Booking a car MOT test in Houghton Regis

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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