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Top Mechanics For Mots in Canterbury

4 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 30 years of experience

Here at Leeds Auto Centre-Maidstone Ltd, you are in safe hands knowing we have a great deal of experience in the mechanic industry. - 10 years in United States as an independent mechanic - 9 years at JC...

283 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 27 years of experience

Our team of hard working mechanics have many years of experience in the motor industry - this means that your vehicle will be left in good hands at our garage. We have excellent facilities that have the late...

10 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Canterbury, 9 years of experience

Luke started his apprenticeship with Renault and has working with national companies such as Accident Repair and Ash Autos Luke has now been a Mobile Mechanic for the best part of 5 years, covers all makes ...

58 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 16 years of experience

Previous main dealer experience within Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Skoda, and VW. Also within the independent sector. All makes and models are welcome! Outside of the dealer networks, we are able to have a far larg...

31 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 38 years of experience

Hi, my name is Adrian and I am a fully qualified Master Technician who has been working in the motor industry for the last 36 years. I come from a main dealer background and have previously worked in Renaul...

110 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Canterbury, 9 years of experience

Hello, I’ve been working in the motor trade for 9 years working with the main dealer network and also roadside breakdown assistance. I cover all servicing, brake repairs and light repairs on all vehicles...

30 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 10 years of experience

The business is well established as it has been around for 36 years. Samantha Dunlop took over in 2018. The business offers a 4 Ramp workshop catering for all makes/models & repairs and we are a VOSA approv...

PETER, Dover 18th March 2021

Toyota Avensis • MOT with collection & delivery

66 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 20 years of experience

I started my automotive repair career 15 years ago working in an independent garage. From here I then went onto work for a number of independent garages for a number of years largely specialising in MOT test...

RICHARD, LEYSDOWN, KENT 4th February 2024

Ford Focus • MOT with collection & delivery

4 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 5 years of experience

HiQ Tyres & Autocare Ashford is situated on the A28 near to Ashford. HiQ Tyres & Autocare Ashford will be offering Tyres, Tyre Tracking, Wheel Alignment, Batteries, Car Servicing, Brakes, Exhausts, MOT, Vehi...

121 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 15 years of experience

Hi, My name is Terrence I can repair all cars and vans from diagnostic to electrical repairs. I carry out, services and cambelts and water pump suspension, brakes, etc . My work is my pride and i make sur...

30 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 25 years of experience

We fit tyres at our work place or we can offer a mobile call out service. Also we offer a mobile mechanic service, This may be a simple diagnostic or mechanic work carried out at the road side, we can pic...

17 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Canterbury, 12 years of experience

SM MOBILE MECHANICS has 12 years of experience with 9 year of main dealer training. We work on all makes and models of vehicles

ROBERT, SELECT ONE...CHATHAM 7th June 2022

Ford Grand C-MAX • MOT with collection & delivery

155 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 21 years of experience

Feb 2018-Present: Mercedes-Benz Sparshatts, Commercials, Sittingbourne, Kent - Light Commercial Vehicle / Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician. Aug 2016-Jan 2018: Geoff Fisher Transport Ltd - HGV Technician. No...

80 Reviews

Garage serving Canterbury, 23 years of experience

Car, Truck & Motorcycle repairs & re-builds. All aspects of servicing & maintenance. Pre MOT checks and tests arranged. Timing belts/chains, Head gasket replacement, Turbo replacements and upgrades, Custo...

Frequently asked questions about MOTs in Canterbury

Read our answers to questions about MOT costs, symptoms and more.

When is my MOT due?

Your next MOT due date will be stated on your last MOT test certificate. If you do not have your last test certificate to hand, you can check when your MOT expires by going to ClickMechanic's when is my MOT due date checker and enter your vehicle's registration number. It will tell you when the MOT is (or was) due and you can book your next MOT from there as well.

How long does an MOT take in Canterbury?

Usually an MOT test in Canterbury takes on average around 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete. During that time a certified MOT tester will be able to check all the required points on the government sanctioned checklist.

How much is an MOT in Canterbury?

With ClickMechanic an MOT in Canterbury with collection & delivery costs £19 when booked together with a service (interim, full or major). When booked independently an MOT with collection & delivery through ClickMechanic costs £74. Pricing is the same regardless of location or type of vehicle.

When does my MOT run out?

You can find out when your MOT runs out via your last MOT test certificate. It will state the date until when the last MOT was valid. Alternatively, if you do not have the test certificate or can't find it, you can use ClickMechanic's MOT expiry date checker to find out when your MOT is (or was) due. Just enter your vehicle's registration number there and we'll get the MOT status instantly. From there, you can also book your next MOT online.

What does MOT stand for?

MOT stands for 'Ministry of Transport', so when we're talking about an 'MOT test' we're talking about a Ministry of Transport test. The test is a check to verify the condition of a vehicle, with any vehicle over 3 years old, 4 years in Northern Ireland, being legally required to have an MOT test carried out on a yearly basis. The MOT test is carried out at fixed premise garages that have a dedicated MOT bay and a qualified MOT tester.

What happens if I'm caught driving without an MOT certificate?

Driving without an MOT certificate is not only dangerous to you and others on the road but you could also be fined up to £1000 for driving a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate.

Can Canterbury garages offer home collection and delivery for an MOT test?

Yes, many garages in Canterbury are able to offer collection and delivery for an MOT test. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for an MOT test in Canterbury.

What can cause an MOT fail?

There are many reasons why a vehicle can fail its MOT, the most common ones include:

Tyres: The legal minimum tread depth is 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre and around its entire circumference.
Lights: All bulbs must be working.
Brakes: The vehicle must be able to stop in a safe and controlled manner.
Suspension: The suspension must be in good working order, with no excessive wear or damage.
Bodywork: There must be no major rusting, damage or sharp edges.
Mirrors: Both mirrors must be present and securely attached.
Windscreen: The windscreen must be free of cracks, chips or other damage.

What should I do if my vehicle fails its MOT in Canterbury?

When your vehicle fails its MOT test in Canterbury, you'll be handed a ‘refusal of an MOT test certificate’ which will be permanently recorded in the database. This is the same across the country.

If your previous MOT test certificate is still valid and no 'dangerous' faults were recorded in the test then you can still take the vehicle away from the garage. Otherwise, you will need to repair the faults noted in the certificate before you can drive it again.

You can usually retest it for free at the original test centre as long as you return it before the next working day. You can also leave the vehicle for repairs at the garage. If the repairs are done within 10 days and the vehicle is retested within this period then you can do a partial retest which is free of cost.

How often should I get an MOT test?

If your vehicle is more than three years old (four years old in Northern Ireland), you must have an MOT test every year.

Remember, an MOT test is a legal requirement and must be done before your previous MOT certificate expires.

Should I get an MOT and Service together in Canterbury?

Yes, it is advisable to service your at the same time as getting your MOT in Canterbury, as this can help in sorting any potential problems before they become a serious issue and help your vehicle pass its MOT, and it can also save you time and money in the long run.

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