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- Number of MOT jobs this month in York.
- £45.38
- Average quote for an MOT this month in York.
- £3
- Average driver saving for an MOT in York.
MOT in York
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In York, drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
Average quote pricefrom £45
Courtesy car available38 garages
Common opening hours9am to 5pm
Weekend availability187 garages open on Saturday
Rated 4+ stars71 garages
Extra services availablePick up and collection, Courtesy car, Waiting room, Wifi available, Mobile mechanic, MOT bays, VAT registered, Fast fitter, Locksmith specialist, Bodywork specialist
MOT quotes by make in York
Prices can vary depending on the make and model of your car. In York, Ford drivers save the most on average by comparing MOT quotes.
| Car Make | Average Price | Average Saving | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford | £45.00 | £0.43 | Get a quote |
| Volkswagen | £43.71 | £1.33 | Get a quote |
| Citroen | £62.36 | £25.72 | Get a quote |
Prices based on the average from the past 3 months
Based on estimates from FixMyCar
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York is extremely well-connected. It lies at the intersection of the A59 road from Liverpool to York, the A19 from Doncaster to Tyneside, the A64 from Leeds to Scarborough and the A1079 to Hull. In 2021, 0.74 billion vehicle miles were travelled on its roads. The city is a major railway centre, with trains running to London King's Cross in under two hours. Residents have named Shipton Street one of the worst roads in York for potholes.
Driving in cities like York 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 York for all these crucial components.
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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