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Top Mechanics For Mots in Portsmouth

28 Reviews

Garage in Portsmouth, 20 years of experience

LW motor services offer a complete experience from collection and repair to then returning your vehicle. We offer Mots, servicing, welding, Aircon, diagnostics, repairs, paint and body repair and health chec...

39 Reviews

Garage in Portsmouth, 21 years of experience

Over the years I have worked in various garages, carrying out mechanical repairs, including, servicing, general repairs, mot repair, cambelts/timing chains, clutches, head gaskets, engine replacements etc I ...

50 Reviews

Garage in Portsmouth, 20 years of experience

With over 25 years of experience, Enterprise MOT’s provides high quality service and peace of mind for all your vehicle repairs, maintenance, and testing needs. Based centrally in Paulsgrove, Portsmouth w...

4 Reviews

Garage in Portsmouth, 8 years of experience

Zacs Auto Care Service carries out servicing and repairs on all makes of models of vehicles. We have the latest diagnostic equipment and tooling enabling us to offer the highest standard of repair. We are fu...

64 Reviews

Garage in Portsmouth, 11 years of experience

I completed my apprenticeship in Hungary before moving to the UK in 2004. I am fully qualified up to ATA Level 4. Prior to owning my own premises I worked as a mobile mechanic for 7 years before setting up m...

DEAN, Gosport 29th February 2016

Vauxhall/Opel Insignia • MOT with collection & delivery

136 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 40 years of experience

Are you looking for a well established and reliable company that can provide car servicing and repairs in Wickham? If you need help with your vehicle, look no further than Southwick Road Motor Repairs. We...

117 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 13 years of experience

Antony - Mechanic for 13 years - MOT tester - Main dealership certificated As a master technician - Trained in technical diagnostic equipment. And electrical diagnostics Our aim is to give you the best...

JEREMY, COSHAM 19th September 2022

Jaguar XF • MOT with collection & delivery

64 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 9 years of experience

For Quality Car Repairs & Servicing, Look no Further than Hon Car Service The team at Hon Car Service have been working hard providing drivers in Southampton with high quality, reliable car repairs, MOTs an...

39 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 37 years of experience

Our team of hardworking 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 lates...

96 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 11 years of experience

I began my career with Cross Autos in Southampton and spent all of my career there to date and that was for around 11 years. In 2016 I set-up my own mobile mechanic business called LC Diagnostic & Repair. Th...

KRIS, Portsmouth 2nd January 2020

Smart forfour • MOT with collection & delivery

485 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 20 years of experience

I began my career as a mechanic when I was 17 years old in Portugal. When I was 22 years old I set-up my own garage in for around 7 years before moving to the UK in 2007. I worked in various garages in order...

557 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 13 years of experience

Joseph Bloomfield Mobile Mechanic. The business covers all makes/models & repairs, so no job is too big or too small. I cover the South Coast area & beyond.

92 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 32 years of experience

I started up with a youth training team and learned there for a couple years until I moved on and went to work for a local independent garage. Stayed there for about 4 years and then went on to a better oppo...

26 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 15 years of experience

A.R. Autos is a local independent vehicle workshop based in Bishops Waltham, Southampton. With a combined 30 years experience in franchised dealerships and reaching various professional level’s ranging fr...

27 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 10 years of experience

Frequently asked questions about MOTs in Portsmouth

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 Portsmouth?

Usually an MOT test in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?

With ClickMechanic an MOT in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth garages offer home collection and delivery for an MOT test?

Yes, many garages in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth.

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 Portsmouth?

When your vehicle fails its MOT test in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth?

Yes, it is advisable to service your at the same time as getting your MOT in Portsmouth, 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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