Protyre Swansea (Richardson Rd)
Swansea
565 jobs completed
The newly refurbished Harris Brothers Tyre and Mechanical centre has been serving customers for over 70 years. Chris and the team will be pleased to welcome you with a fr
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- 35
- Number of MOT jobs this month in Swansea.
- £49.95
- Average quote for an MOT this month in Swansea.
- £3
- Average driver saving for an MOT in Swansea.
8 garages near you for an MOT in Swansea
Cnr motors
Swansea
22 jobs completed
CNR Motors! a friendly and reliable garage based right here in Fforestfach – here to take the stress out of car repairs and maintenance. Got car trouble? Or just need a
Keep Driving Auto Ltd
Swansea
1778 jobs completed
Here at Keep Driving Auto we provide a first rate, friendly garage service. Serving the Swansea area, located in Llansamlet within easy reach of both the city Centre and
C G AUTO REPAIRS
Langdon Road
582 jobs completed
Here at C&G AUTO REPAIRS we have over 20 years experience in Diagnostics and repairs on all make and model vehicles. we can do anything from timing belt renewals to
Battery Centre Ltd, Bosch Car Service
Swansea
240 jobs completed
We are members of the Bosch Car Service Network which is a national network of independent garages. Our objective is to provide you with a friendly and professional servi
MOT in Swansea
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Swansea, drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
Average quote pricefrom £50
Courtesy car available20 garages
Common opening hours9am to 5pm
Weekend availability144 garages open on Saturday
Rated 4+ stars59 garages
Extra services availablePick up and collection, Courtesy car, Waiting room, Wifi available, Mobile mechanic, MOT bays, VAT registered, Fast fitter, Bodywork specialist
MOT quotes by make in Swansea
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Swansea, Ford drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
| Car Make | Average Price | Average Saving | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford | £49.92 | £4.07 | Get a quote |
| Volkswagen | £51.23 | £1.88 | Get a quote |
| Vauxhall | £48.88 | £2.85 | Get a quote |
| Renault | £48.90 | £3.19 | Get a quote |
| Toyota | £48.19 | £4.08 | Get a quote |
| BMW | £50.07 | £3.53 | Get a quote |
| Nissan | £49.51 | £2.85 | Get a quote |
| Mercedes | £51.85 | £2.64 | Get a quote |
| Audi | £50.55 | £0.66 | Get a quote |
| Citroen | £50.23 | £1.81 | Get a quote |
Prices based on the average from the past 3 months
Based on estimates from FixMyCar
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1.03 billion vehicle miles were travelled on Swansea roads in 2021, and it is the ninth worst city in the UK for road rage, according to a recent study. The M4 and A48 provide links with Carmarthen to the west and Port Talbot, Neath and Cardiff to the east. First Cymru operates most bus services in Swansea, and the railway station is just fifteen minutes from the bus station on foot.
Driving in cities like Swansea 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 Swansea for all these crucial components.
Since Swansea 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 Swansea.
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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- RecommendedAliyah reviewed Protyre Swansea (Richardson Rd)MOT
Good
Hyundai I20 - RecommendedClive reviewed Cnr motorsMOT
Brilliant people and very good service
BMW X5 - RecommendedAmanda reviewed Keep Driving Auto LtdMOT
I had issues with my car before going for my MOT, they found the issue and fixed it for me as well as testing my car! They were efficient and they wer
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