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Top Mechanics For Mots in Bolton

163 Reviews

Garage in Bolton, 25 years of experience

Do you require your car servicing in farnworth or car servicing in Bolton ? If so keep reading. You’re a busy person — don’t let car problems get in your way either that being a mot check or car servicing...

205 Reviews

Garage in Bolton, 20 years of experience

Started when left school. Did training with YTS at Vauxhall main dealer in Bolton, then went on to national tyres, went on to charlie browns where I became a MOT tester. Worked at Honda in Bolton for 3 years...

42 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 12 years of experience

Over 12 Years Exlerience Through Various Dealers & Independent Garages. Progressing through management Programmes and Gaining a wealth Of experience & Qualifications

76 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 12 years of experience

Mechanic For Over 12 Years Progressing Through A Few Main Dealers & Eventually Getting The Courage to Give People The Same Service at A Reasonable Price!

49 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 20 years of experience

We offer, vehicle servicing and repairs alongside vintage restorations, caravan builds and tyre fitting.

115 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 10 years of experience

10 years experience as a mechanic, competent in all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair. STAR MOTORS cater for all makes/models & repairs but specialises in fast-fit work like Servicing, diagnostics...

55 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 40 years of experience

Based in Blackburn near Ewood Park we offer full garage facilities in addition to providing free collection/delivery for customers. We operate a 2 ramp workshop. All of our mechanics within the workshop have...

84 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 8 years of experience

Heywood Auto Clinic Ltd is a family run MOT service station. We strive to provide a professional honest and reliable service to all of our new and existing customers. We care about you and will take good car...

32 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 27 years of experience

We are a large family run 400 sqm garage which has been established for little over 3 years, since early 2014. We opened our doors originally purely as a bodyshop workshop, however we have recently undergone...

41 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 17 years of experience

I've worked in the motor trade for around 17 years my services include mot's, tyres, brakes, suspension, diagnostic and servicing

STUART, MANCHESTER 25th February 2024

Vauxhall Astra • MOT with collection & delivery

48 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 15 years of experience

Chorlton MOT has been operating for 8 years and we recently moved our premises from Trafford to Chorlton. The business operates a 2 bay workshop and we are looking to expand that. We have 3 fully trained mec...

MICHAEL, Manchester 4th September 2017

Renault Megane III • MOT with collection & delivery

47 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 15 years of experience

Small garage then mobile mechanic self employed. Then worked for AA for 3 years and have been back mobile for 3 years now running 2 service vans and small 2 ramp workshop

998 Reviews

Garage serving Bolton, 14 years of experience

Jonathan and his team at Northern Motors provides a reliable and professional mobile mechanic service that covers the whole of the North West area of England! With over 10 years of experience in the motor...

77 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bolton, 34 years of experience

Easimend has been operating since 2015. Prior to setting-up Easimend I have pretty much ran my own businesses since the age of 26. I have experience with all makes/models & repairs so no job is too big or to...

HALLAN, Bury 7th October 2017

Ford Fiesta • MOT with collection & delivery

188 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bolton, 24 years of experience

Here at KPL Auto services all aspects of work are carried out by myself to the highest standard. I have worked in the motor trade for 22 years since leaving school in 1998 and going straight into a mechanic...

Frequently asked questions about MOTs in Bolton

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 Bolton?

Usually an MOT test in Bolton 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 Bolton?

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

Yes, many garages in Bolton 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 Bolton.

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 Bolton?

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

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