City Auto Solutions
Sunderland
1829 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
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- 153
- Number of MOT jobs this month in Sunderland.
- £39.37
- Average quote for an MOT this month in Sunderland.
- £5
- Average driver saving for an MOT in Sunderland.
11 garages near you for an MOT in Sunderland
Sure Vehicle Centre
Sunderland
346 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
1213 jobs completed
Why choose Wilson's? One stop car care shop Competitive prices Quality parts only Dealership service without the dealership prices Professional
Cartech North Shields
North Shields
701 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
Quarry Service Station, Bosch Car Service
Houghton-le-Spring
87 jobs completed
Quarry Service Station is a family run business which has grown from strength to strength over the years, and is recognised by Bosch as a centre of excellence. Our invest
MOT in Sunderland
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Sunderland, drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
Average quote pricefrom £39
Courtesy car available64 garages
Common opening hours9am to 5pm
Weekend availability599 garages open on Saturday
Rated 4+ stars154 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 Sunderland
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Sunderland, Vauxhall drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
| Car Make | Average Price | Average Saving | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall | £39.34 | £4.98 | Get a quote |
| Ford | £39.49 | £5.08 | Get a quote |
| BMW | £39.38 | £5.22 | Get a quote |
| Volkswagen | £39.35 | £4.66 | Get a quote |
| Audi | £39.41 | £5.19 | Get a quote |
| Nissan | £39.85 | £4.31 | Get a quote |
| Mercedes | £39.17 | £5.54 | Get a quote |
| Renault | £39.21 | £5.53 | Get a quote |
| Citroen | £39.91 | £4.36 | Get a quote |
| Toyota | £39.19 | £5.22 | Get a quote |
| Peugeot | £39.44 | £5.07 | Get a quote |
| MINI | £39.05 | £5.42 | Get a quote |
| Volvo | £38.97 | £4.79 | 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 Sunderland?
If you want to book an MOT in Sunderland, you can compare quotes from our network of thousands of garages and mechanics, find the best price and instantly book online.
Sunderland is just 14 miles from Newcastle, roughly a 30-minute drive. In the late 20th century, the city became an automotive building centre, and there is still a highly successful manufacturing plant owned by Nissan, which has produced over 10.5 million vehicles. The busiest road in the Sunderland area is the A19, a dual-carriageway that runs north to south, providing access to the Tyne Tunnel. Most bus services in the area are run by Go North East, Stagecoach and Arriva.
Driving in cities like Sunderland 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 Sunderland for all these crucial components.
Since Sunderland 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 Sunderland.
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
- RecommendedJulie reviewed City Auto SolutionsMOT
Excellent service
BMW X1 - RecommendedJack reviewed Sure Vehicle CentreMOT
lovely service, done quicker than expected and pointed out other issues which should be addressed
Mazda 3 - RecommendedBradley reviewed Wilsons Auto Service CentreMOT
Good communication and explanation of mot,
Ford Mondeo