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Book an MOT test from £29.99 in Solihull 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 Solihull 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 Solihull (157 found)
Auto Solutions & Parts Limited
891 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
4.9 / 5

1) ENGINE REBUILDING ( RECONDITIONING ) 2) All mechanical work including MOT, Servicing, Brake Discs & Brake Pads, Automatic Gearbox Service, DPF Regen, Welding work

Highgate Autos Midland Limited
974 Jobs Completed
BIRMINGHAM
4.3 / 5

Here at Highgate Autos we have a team of fully qualified mechanics with over 20 years experience. We are driven to deliver outstanding customer service and want to make y

SDJ CARS LTD
132 Jobs Completed
birmingham
5.0 / 5

The Mechanic.
851 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
3.9 / 5

After successfully managing a MOT station and an extremely busy work shop, I decided to set up an MOT station of my own and to make it a modern looking, state of the art

Heartlands Auto Centre Limited
1085 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
4.8 / 5

We are a family based team that are here to help our customer’s automobile needs. We have been established for over 15 years and have built our products and services over

Gate St Autos
5 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
5.0 / 5

At Gate Street Autos, we understand that your car is more than just a vehicle - it's an essential part of your life. That's why we offer reliable and high-quality car rep

Sakis Auto Centre
950 Jobs Completed
Warwick Road
4.0 / 5

Sakis Auto Centre

GLA Autos Ltd - Kings Heath Birmingham
375 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
4.9 / 5

We are GLA Autos Ltd - MOT Service and Repair Centre based in Kings Heath serving Birmingham and the surrounding area. We cater for all makes and models and offer a comp

Shams Autos
240 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
4.9 / 5

Shams Autos are MOT and Servicing specialists based in Balsall Heath in Birmingham. Established in 2003, we have a team of highly trained Bosch technicians with a collect

Priory Service Station
169 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
4.0 / 5

Priory Service Station Family run business, been going for over 40 years. friendly staff, we cater for cars vans and motorhomes, MOTs repairs and services as well as di

Smart MOT & Service Centre
438 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
4.7 / 5

Smart MOT & Service Centre are your local independent garage based in Aston and Nechells who take great pride in being able to offer our customers a fast, affordable

T&G Autos
251 Jobs Completed
Westmidlands
5.0 / 5

T&G Autos, mobile Mechanic offering servicing and repairs

CW Vehicle Service Centre
828 Jobs Completed
Birmingham
4.6 / 5

RAC APPROVED GARAGE AA CERTIFIED GARAGE TRUST MY GARAGE MEMBER ROYAL MOTOR INSTITUTE MEMBER VIDEO PRODUCED ON REPAIRS FOR CUSTOMER TO VIEW FREE COLLECTION & DELI

Oliver Prior
8 Job Completed
ERDINGTON
5.0 / 5

Hastingwood Auto services West Midlands based independent Garage, offering honest and reliable automotive services. Based in Erdington, we offer vehicle maintenan

Monument Motor Services Ltd - Kings Norton
40 Jobs Completed
Kings Norton
4.0 / 5

Servicing, Repairs and MOT in Kings Norton, Longbridge & Bromsgrove - Est 1978 Friendly family run garage who value honesty, good communication and providing a per

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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 Solihull bookings

4.69

88 reviews

How much does a car MOT cost in Solihull?

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 Solihull
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Ford£46.79
Vauxhall£46.78
BMW£46.79
Volkswagen£46.34
Audi£45.79
Mercedes£47.33
Nissan£47.01
Peugeot£46.76
Citroen£45.83
Toyota£47.04
Renault£47.08
MINI£47.36
Volvo£47.03

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

Booking a car MOT test in Solihull

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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