Elite Garages Canterbury
Canterbury
111 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
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- 32
- Number of MOT jobs this month in Whitstable.
- £46.74
- Average quote for an MOT this month in Whitstable.
- £4
- Average driver saving for an MOT in Whitstable.
21 garages near you for an MOT in Whitstable
Car and van care
Canterbury
139 jobs completed
Car and van care UK Have mobile and workshop locations in Kent Qualified technicians With years of workshop experience Roadside breakdown and recovery
MB Auto Solutions
Ramsgate
16 jobs completed
We are a mobile mechanic company based in Kent, offering specialist mechanical services such as Timing Belt Replacement, DPF Cleaning, AdBlue solution, ECU Remapping, and
All Vehicle Services (Kent) Ltd
Sittingbourne
794 jobs completed
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
FSC Motor Repairs Limited
Minster on Sea
22 jobs completed
FSC Motor Repairs is based on the Isle of Sheppey and provides car mechanical services carried out to the highest standards. We run a straightforward, honest workshop
MOT in Whitstable
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Whitstable, drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
Average quote pricefrom £47
Courtesy car available39 garages
Common opening hours9am to 5pm
Weekend availability64 garages open on Saturday
Rated 4+ stars79 garages
Extra services availablePick up and collection, Courtesy car, Waiting room, Wifi available, Mobile mechanic, MOT bays, VAT registered, Bodywork specialist, Locksmith specialist, Fast fitter
MOT quotes by make in Whitstable
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In Whitstable, Vauxhall drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
| Car Make | Average Price | Average Saving | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall | £47.29 | £3.22 | Get a quote |
| Volkswagen | £46.78 | £4.90 | Get a quote |
| Ford | £45.24 | £4.46 | Get a quote |
| Peugeot | £45.26 | £4.13 | Get a quote |
| Renault | £46.56 | £4.84 | Get a quote |
| Audi | £46.14 | £5.31 | Get a quote |
| Mercedes | £47.17 | £1.65 | Get a quote |
| Nissan | £48.10 | £6.19 | Get a quote |
Prices based on the average from the past 3 months
Based on estimates from FixMyCar
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The A2990 runs through Whitstable from east to west and connects with the A299 - which travels between Ramsgate and Brenley Corner - at each end. The nearest motorway is the M2. Other key roads in the area include the A290, linking to Canterbury - since it is only five miles south, you could compare car repair prices in both locations. Stagecoach operates most buses in Whitstable, and the railway station is on Old Bridge Road.
Since Whitstable 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 Whitstable.
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
- RecommendedPaige reviewed Elite Garages CanterburyMOT
Great team, very smooth process, didn’t take long to complete, and going back for my MOT
MG Zs - RecommendedSam reviewed Car and van careMOT
Easy booking process, was helpful with coming to meet at work rather than my original home address. We worked it so that it could be done when he was
Jaguar E-Pace - RecommendedNik reviewed MB Auto SolutionsMOT
Mauro is a brilliant, efficient and knowledgeable Mechanic highly recommend.
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