Joys motors Ltd
Reading
1000 jobs completed
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- Number of MOT jobs this month in Reading.
- £46.53
- Average quote for an MOT this month in Reading.
- £4
- Average driver saving for an MOT in Reading.
19 garages near you for an MOT in Reading
MH Motor Experts LTD
Wokingham
605 jobs completed
We are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6
IN'n'OUT Autocentres Reading
Reading
1400 jobs completed
At IN’n’OUT Autocentres we offer fixed prices MOTs and Servicing for any make and model of car with no hidden extras. We are proud to be a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’ so we a
M Tek | Mobile Mechanic | Berkshire | We come to you | At your home or place of work
Reading
375 jobs completed
M Tek is a well-established family business located in Windsor and Maidenhead, officially established in March 2020 amidst the Covid pandemic lockdown. While individuals
WWAC Automotive Engineers, Bosch Car Service
Reading
602 jobs completed
Based in the Reading area and comprising of Full Service, Repair and MOT garage and We offer Full Dealer Level Diagnostics, and Vehicle Body and Accident repair centre. W
MOT in Reading
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Reading, drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
Average quote pricefrom £47
Courtesy car available104 garages
Common opening hours9am to 5pm
Weekend availability116 garages open on Saturday
Rated 4+ stars268 garages
Extra services availablePick up and collection, Courtesy car, Waiting room, Wifi available, Mobile mechanic, MOT bays, VAT registered, Bodywork specialist, Locksmith specialist
MOT quotes by make in Reading
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Reading, Vauxhall drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
| Car Make | Average Price | Average Saving | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall | £45.69 | £6.03 | Get a quote |
| Ford | £46.72 | £4.06 | Get a quote |
| Volkswagen | £45.42 | £4.87 | Get a quote |
| BMW | £45.94 | £4.23 | Get a quote |
| Audi | £47.24 | £3.58 | Get a quote |
| MINI | £47.29 | £4.68 | Get a quote |
| Mercedes | £46.19 | £4.67 | Get a quote |
| Nissan | £47.53 | £2.65 | Get a quote |
| Toyota | £48.20 | £2.94 | Get a quote |
| Renault | £45.74 | £5.63 | Get a quote |
| Peugeot | £45.91 | £3.70 | Get a quote |
| Citroen | £48.04 | £3.48 | Get a quote |
| Volvo | £51.95 | £3.52 | Get a quote |
Prices based on the average from the past 3 months
Based on estimates from FixMyCar
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Driving in Reading can be challenging if you're unfamiliar with the area, especially the notorious inner distribution road that circles the town centre. Despite this, Reading was crowned the easiest ‘city' to drive in the UK in 2022, despite not having official city status. Traffic is usually slow-moving, and the worst rush hour happens on Tuesdays at 8am. Buses are the best public transport mode operated by one of the last municipal bus companies in the country, Reading Buses.
Driving in cities like Reading puts extra strain on your car due to long periods of idling and frequent stopping and starting in traffic. The parts most at risk are the brakes, cooling system and transmission. Manoeuvring into tight parking spaces and navigating busy roads can result in scuffed alloys and dented or scraped bodywork while driving over potholes can throw out your suspension. FixMyCar can help you find affordable repairs and maintenance in Reading for all these crucial components.
A car MOT is an annual inspection that ensures your vehicle meets acceptable safety and environmental standards. It is a legal requirement to book an MOT test every twelve months unless your car is under three years old.
An MOT consists of dozens of tests, including an emissions test, but it doesn't cover the condition of the clutch, engine or gearbox. The three most common reasons for and MOT failure are lighting/signalling, suspension and brakes.
At the end of the test, you will get an MOT certificate that says whether your car passed or failed. If it fails, you can only drive your car if your current certificate is still valid and the test didn't identify any "dangerous" problems. Otherwise, you must get your vehicle repaired immediately.
Finding an affordable car MOT centre with good reviews is essential because you never know whether your vehicle will require extra work after the test. Fortunately, you're in the right place.
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See what some of our customers are saying
- RecommendedPeter reviewed Joys motors LtdMOT
Superb service and quality work carried out on my Hyundai i20 2011, new timing chain kit water pump fresh oil and filter thankyou guys mr Peter Neal
Hyundai I20 - RecommendedMaurice reviewed MH Motor Experts LTDMOT
The garage has a personal feel about it, the staff are all very friendly and helpful. The work was carried out to my satisfaction and at a reasonable
Ford Ka - RecommendedChloe reviewed IN'n'OUT Autocentres ReadingMOT
Extremely professional and upfront about the work to be carried out. I would have appreciated a little more communication from them as it takes me a l
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