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 South Shields on our network, securing a good deal for your MOT test is made simple with FixMyCar.
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Gearbox specialist for 3 years before moving onto work at a number of different dealerships including Kia, Skoda, Audi, Fiat and Alfa. In 2013 I decided to fly solo and s
Gearbox specialist for 3 years before moving onto work at a number of different dealerships including Kia, Skoda, Audi, Fiat and Alfa. In 2013 I decided to fly solo and s
If you are looking for a garage that you know you can trust and rely on, look no further! We are a family run business who have been serving the Southwick area since we
If you are looking for a garage that you know you can trust and rely on, look no further! We are a family run business who have been serving the Southwick area since we
If you're looking for car servicing and repairs in the north east come to the experts here at Cartech. With over 29 years of experience within the auto trade, you can cou
If you're looking for car servicing and repairs in the north east come to the experts here at Cartech. With over 29 years of experience within the auto trade, you can cou
Established in 1998, we are an independent garage with an aim to provide a first-class service to our customers both private and business. Delivering our customers with a
Established in 1998, we are an independent garage with an aim to provide a first-class service to our customers both private and business. Delivering our customers with a
Why choose Wilson's? One stop car care shop Competitive prices Quality parts only Dealership service without the dealership prices Professional
Why choose Wilson's? One stop car care shop Competitive prices Quality parts only Dealership service without the dealership prices Professional
BMW | Mercedes Benz | MINI | Volkswagen | Audi | Skoda | SEAT | Smart Welcome to Prestige German Cars, established in 2003 and located in the North East of England. Bo
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We are a small family ran garage newly opened on brunswick industial estate, we pride our self on excellent customer service and getting your car booked in as soon as pos
We are a small family ran garage newly opened on brunswick industial estate, we pride our self on excellent customer service and getting your car booked in as soon as pos
Halfords Autocentres is the UK’s leading chain of over 300 independent wholly owned garages, specialising in MOTs, servicing, Tyres, and all types of mechanical repairs f
Halfords Autocentres is the UK’s leading chain of over 300 independent wholly owned garages, specialising in MOTs, servicing, Tyres, and all types of mechanical repairs f
We are the largest independent car dealership, vehicle mot and repair centre in our county. We pride our selves on our customer care, service, satisfaction and have been
We are the largest independent car dealership, vehicle mot and repair centre in our county. We pride our selves on our customer care, service, satisfaction and have been
ID Coachworks Ltd where established in 2007, being one of the largest bodyshops in the north east. Our specialty is cars, commercial and HGV’s. We are credited with BS101
ID Coachworks Ltd where established in 2007, being one of the largest bodyshops in the north east. Our specialty is cars, commercial and HGV’s. We are credited with BS101
Torque Garage has been established for over 30 years with qualified staff and excellent customer satisfaction records. Friendly service, reliable repairs, servicing and a
Torque Garage has been established for over 30 years with qualified staff and excellent customer satisfaction records. Friendly service, reliable repairs, servicing and a
I am a mobile mechanic I have been fixing cars since I was 14 year old, I have worked in garages and done work myself I have took a big step to become mobile to be able t
I am a mobile mechanic I have been fixing cars since I was 14 year old, I have worked in garages and done work myself I have took a big step to become mobile to be able t
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
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
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.
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.
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.
It includes an inspection of the following:
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.
The most common reasons why cars fail their MOT are:
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.
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.
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Good friendly and thorough service. Price paid was what was quoted. Will def use again.
The chap I dealt with (sorry didn't catch his name) was very friendly and the MOT was completed and my car was picked up and returned in just a few hours which was great as I didn't have to take any time out from work. I was charged a little extra for the pick up and delivery but for the convenience it was worth it. Woukd recommend this garage.
Excellent service!
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.
| Car Make | Average Price | Get Quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall | £38.88 | |
| Ford | £39.17 | |
| Volkswagen | £40.28 | |
| BMW | £40.08 | |
| Nissan | £38.33 | |
| Renault | £38.55 | |
| Audi | £40.29 | |
| Mercedes | £40.29 | |
| MINI | £39.80 | |
| Citroen | £38.90 | |
| Peugeot | £38.85 | |
| Toyota | £38.62 | |
| Volvo | £37.83 |
This table uses data from quotes provided on FixMyCar between 10/09/2024 and 09/12/2024.
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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