D&I BROTHERS
Weymouth
14 jobs completed
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Mark Richards motor repairs
Weymouth
255 jobs completed
I am IMO trained mechanic that worked for Vauxhall and Suzuki for 15 years we are a family run garage we pride our self's on good work at fantastic prices
Euro Car and Commercial
Dorchester
150 jobs completed
Elite Garages Dorchester
Dorchester
28 jobs completed
Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and around 240 employees. Elite
Lanehouse Service Station Limited
Weymouth
5 jobs completed
Lanehouse are a local family owned business that has been operating for over 50 years in Dorset. We are the main dealer for Vauxhall and Suzuki and offer sales, servicing
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If you want to book an MOT in Weymouth, you can compare quotes from our network of thousands of garages and mechanics, find the best price and instantly book online.
Weymouth is the third-largest settlement in Dorset, with road links via the A354 (connecting to the A35 trunk road in Dorchester) and the A353 (connecting with the A352 to the Isle of Purbeck and Wareham). The nearest motorways are the M5 and M27, approximately 50 miles away. Weymouth railway station is the southern terminus of the South West Main Line and the Heart of Wessex Line, and the bus station is on Esplanade Way, with services operated by First Wessex.
Since Weymouth 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 Weymouth.
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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