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Book an MOT test from £29.99 in Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield (63 found)
NH AUTOMOTIV3 LTD
211 Jobs Completed
Stockport
4.4 / 5

NH AUTOMOTIV3 LTD - We Are Fully Mobile Meaning We Come To You At Your Home Or Work! We Pride Our Selves On Our Work, We Are Committed, To Quality.

A6 autos ltd
164 Jobs Completed
stockport
4.8 / 5

We are a friendly family run garage operating for over 50 years, with over 120 combined years of knowledge, passed down through generations of our hard working members of

Birdhall Lane Service Station
241 Jobs Completed
Stockport
4.8 / 5

Stockport's fasted growing Independent Garage. We are a friendly garage here at Birdhall Lane and have been operating in the Industry for over 40 Years. We strive to pro

J B Pipe Motor Engineers
164 Job Completed
Hazel Grove
5.0 / 5

A family run business established over 50 years. Providing a comprehensive range of garage services. Latest BOSCH Diagnostics. Body work and mechanical repairs. Clutc

Autotech Cheshire Ltd
230 Jobs Completed
Pott Shrigley
4.6 / 5

We are a local independant workshop specialising in the sales service and repair of all german marques and 4X4 vehicles inc Landrover/Rangerover.

JW Autocare Ltd
46 Job Completed
Knutsford
5.0 / 5

Independent garage in the Marthall area of Knutsford with over 15 years experience in the industry with main dealer experience and dealer level diagnostics . We offer dea

Motor Performance Specialists Ltd
38 Jobs Completed
Hallam Street
4.7 / 5

We are an independant garage offering only the highest level of service in everything we do. Specialists in Auto Electrical & High End Diagnostics utilising the best

Protyre Wilmslow
360 Jobs Completed
Wilmslow
3.3 / 5

Wilmslow Performance Tyres has been servicing motorists since 1986 before joining the Protyre network in 2010. The Wilmslow centre has split locations on both sides of th

Macclesfield Garage Services
35 Jobs Completed
Macclesfield
4.2 / 5

Macclesfield Garage Services is newly established in 2017 . MGS was set up by with an aim to provide the highest standards of service at reasonable prices. We have inves

Autoworx Motors
2 Job Completed
knutsford
5.0 / 5

Based in the heart of Knutsford, Cheshire. We are renowned for our extensive knowledge on German vehicles. We can complete the most complicated of jobs. We also provide a

Alexander Wood Autos Ltd
31 Jobs Completed
Stockport
5.0 / 5

We have been an established garage for many years within the automotive industry. All our mechanics are qualified and time served to assure you of an excellent job every

PJ Motor Engineers LTD
149 Jobs Completed
Stockport
4.0 / 5

Having done my apprenticeship at Audi back in 1991, I've worked at VAG group for 18 years and then went on to work for Mercedes UK. in Milton Keynes. I'm a expert in star

GEORGE POOLE Ltd
8 Jobs Completed
High Peak
5.0 / 5

If you're looking for a mechanic and you live in New Mills or anywhere in High Peak, George Poole Ltd should be your first choice. With over 36 years' experience in the m

DC MOBILE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
20 Jobs Completed
chapel en le frith
5.0 / 5

With over 20 yrs experience in the motor trade I can address most vehicle needs, based in Chapel en le Frith Derbyshire I can travel to home or work to service your car.

1 STOP MOTORS (CHESHIRE) LTD
53 Jobs Completed
Macclesfield
4.6 / 5

We are 1 Stop Motors, based in Macclesfield, a family owned independent garage. We believe in offering a personal and professional service, applying our family values to

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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 Macclesfield bookings

4.67

33 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Macclesfield?

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 Macclesfield
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Vauxhall£43.10
Ford£43.53
Volkswagen£43.20
Mercedes£42.96
Peugeot£42.68
BMW£43.21
Nissan£42.87
Audi£43.13
Toyota£43.33
Citroen£43.26
Renault£43.07
MINI£43.33
Volvo£42.86

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 30/12/2023 and 29/03/2024.

Booking a car MOT test in Macclesfield

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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