Cartech North Shields
North Shields
744 jobs completed
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
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- 76
- Number of MOT jobs this month in South shields.
- £42.04
- Average quote for an MOT this month in South shields.
- £7
- Average driver saving for an MOT in South shields.
11 garages near you for an MOT in South shields
Sure Vehicle Centre
Sunderland
480 jobs completed
Car Repairs & MOT Testing in Sunderland: Sure Vehicle Centre is a trusted automotive repair shop and car garage. We provide expert MOT testing, car servicing, vehicle
Wilsons Auto Service Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne
1308 jobs completed
Why choose Wilson's? One stop car care shop Competitive prices Quality parts only Dealership service without the dealership prices Professional
Duffys Motors
Gateshead
2596 jobs completed
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
City Auto Solutions
Sunderland
1877 jobs completed
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
MOT in South shields
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In South shields, drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
Average quote pricefrom £42
Courtesy car available60 garages
Common opening hours9am to 5pm
Weekend availability563 garages open on Saturday
Rated 4+ stars149 garages
Extra services availablePick up and collection, Courtesy car, Waiting room, Wifi available, Mobile mechanic, MOT bays, VAT registered, Fast fitter, Bodywork specialist, Windscreen specialist
MOT quotes by make in South Shields
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In South Shields, Ford drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
| Car Make | Average Price | Average Saving | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford | £42.23 | £8.82 | Get a quote |
| Vauxhall | £41.02 | £4.97 | Get a quote |
| Nissan | £42.86 | £6.57 | Get a quote |
| Audi | £40.96 | £4.42 | Get a quote |
| Volkswagen | £43.80 | £10.95 | Get a quote |
| Toyota | £43.93 | £13.90 | Get a quote |
| BMW | £42.34 | £6.51 | Get a quote |
| Citroen | £41.64 | £6.13 | Get a quote |
| Mercedes | £40.47 | £1.67 | Get a quote |
| Renault | £41.00 | £2.94 | Get a quote |
| Peugeot | £41.63 | £3.82 | Get a quote |
| MINI | £39.60 | £2.22 | Get a quote |
| Volvo | £42.76 | £8.40 | Get a quote |
Prices based on the average from the past 3 months
Based on estimates from FixMyCar
Do you need to find an MOT specialist in South shields?
If you want to book an MOT in South shields, you can compare quotes from our network of thousands of garages and mechanics, find the best price and instantly book online.
South Shields is close to the Tyne Tunnel at Jarrow, bounded by the A19 trunk road to the west. It is the largest town in South Tyneside, where 0.42 vehicle miles were travelled in 2021. Driving through the Tyne Tunnel on your journey? Don't forget to pay the fee online when you get home, as there are no longer any payment booths. If you're stuck without a car, local buses are operated by Stagecoach and Go North East.
Since South Shields is on the coast, cars in this area may experience a higher level of corrosion on key components, requiring them to be replaced more often. The bodywork starts to rust first; other parts most at risk include the brake callipers, nuts, and bolts. You can help to prevent this from happening by regularly washing your car, especially after a trip to the beach. Since rust spreads and eats away at metal components, it's best to get it fixed sooner rather than later. FixMyCar can help you find a bodywork specialist near South Shields.
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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