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Darlington Car Servicing: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
£205.28
Average price for car servicing in Darlington
4.79★
average rating based on customer feedback.
621
customer reviews for garages in Darlington
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Douglas Tyre and Autocare
Physical Garage
1 CHESNUT STREET, DARLINGTON, DL1 1QQ
About Us
At Douglas Tyre & Autocare we provide honest, friendly, professional advice and services for all your vehicle needs. **TYRES**MOT's**SERVICING**REPAIRS**
Servicing from£119.95
4.88 (345 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, praising friendly, helpful reception staff, quick and efficient work (MOTs, servicing and tyre fitting), clear communication and fair, competitive pricing. Reviewers often highlight easy online booking, speedy turnaround and trustworthy workmanship — many say they’ll return and recommend the garage. A few isolated negatives mention poor communication about delays (eg DVLA-related hold‑ups or a broken air‑con machine), occasional longer wait times and rare disputes over recommended additional work.
Vertu SKODA Darlington
Physical Garage
McMullen Rd, Darlington, DL1 1XP
About Us
Please note: Collection and Delivery not available on Saturdays At your local Vertu dealership, we only use the latest technology and employ the very best highly trained technicians. This ensures we have the skills and equipment to diagnose any problem quickly, making your service or repair faster and cheaper. Our friendly service receptionists and technicians can offer advice on car servicing, MOT’s and repairs.
Servicing from£163.25
4.8 (52 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for friendly, professional staff, clear communication — often including short inspection videos — swift turnarounds and good value for money. Regularly highlighted strengths are detailed paperwork, helpful loan‑car support and frequent updates during the day. A minority of reviews note issues with pricing or mileage errors, occasional missed checks, variable valet quality and some pushy upselling or delays, though these complaints are far less common than the numerous five‑star accounts.
Vertu Nissan Darlington
Physical Garage
McMullen Rd, Darlington, DL1 1XP
About Us
Please note: Collection and Delivery not available on Saturdays At your local Vertu dealership, we only use the latest technology and employ the very best highly trained technicians. This ensures we have the skills and equipment to diagnose any problem quickly, making your service or repair faster and cheaper. Our friendly service receptionists and technicians can offer advice on car servicing, MOT’s and repairs.
Servicing from£155.48
4.51 (67 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Most customers praise friendly, knowledgeable staff, good value and efficient service — frequent positives include informative video health checks, quick turnarounds, courtesy cars/pick‑ups and cars returned clean. However, a number of reviewers report booking errors, cancelled or unhonoured appointments, parts/payment disputes and occasional failures to deliver promised extras (car wash or lifts), causing wasted time and frustration. In short, feedback is largely favourable but recurring service and communication lapses point to inconsistency that the garage should address.
Bowes Vehicle Specialist
Physical Garage
Unit 13 Cleveland Trading Estate, Darlington, DL1 2PB
About Us
At Bowes Vehicle Specialists, we are dedicated to providing top-notch vehicle repair and maintenance services. With a focus on Porsche and VW vehicles, our team guarantees expert MOT servicing, repairs, and customization. We are committed to showcasing our expertise and passion for cars through our work. Taking our joy for racing and adventure camping into our work life to. Join us in our journey to elevate your driving experience.
Servicing from£114.77
5 (37 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers rave about the garage, with almost every review giving five stars and praising friendly, helpful staff (many naming Tom, Keith and Alistair) and trustworthy advice. Common strengths are fast, efficient turnaround, clear communication including collection and delivery, competitive pricing and high-quality, honest workmanship. There are virtually no recurring complaints — frequent repeat visits and long-term customers point to consistent reliability and strong customer loyalty.
M3 MOT
Physical Garage
8 Percy Road, Darlington, DL3 0RX
About Us
Welcome To M3 MOT Your Trusted, Ford Approved Service Centre At M3MOT, we combine expert vehicle care with trusted service – and now, as a Ford EcoBoost Approved Agent, we’re officially recognised for maintaining some of the most advanced engines on the road. From general maintenance and servicing to diagnostics and repairs – We do it all here at M3MOT making us your one stop shop.
Servicing from£121.37
5 (8 reviews)
McQueen Motors
Physical Garage
10 Percy Road, Darlington, DL3 0RX
About Us
At McQueen Motors, we pride ourselves on being your go-to local garage, delivering an honest, reliable, and professional service every time. Whether it’s a routine service or a complex diagnostic issue, our skilled team are here to keep you safely on the road. What we offer: ✅ Full Vehicle Servicing ✅ Brake Fluid Replacement ✅ Engine Diagnostics ✅ MOT Preparation & Repairs ✅ Battery Checks & Replacements ✅ Suspension & Exhaust Repairs ✅ Clutch & Brake Repairs ✅ And much more! We combine years of experience with the latest diagnostic technology to ensure your car gets the best possible care—without breaking the bank. Customers choose us for
Servicing from£120.77
4.98 (22 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the garage — friendly, polite and helpful staff, quick turnaround, fair pricing, clear communication and high-quality repairs are mentioned repeatedly, along with convenient appointments and attentive customer care. Only occasional negatives appear: one customer said they paid cash and didn’t receive an official certificate/receipt, but such administrative gripes are rare compared with the many five-star endorsements.
AMR GARAGE DARLINGTON
Physical Garage
Unit 4 Rear of, 80 E Mount Rd, Darlington, DL1 1LA
About Us
Affordable Maintenance and Repair.
Servicing from£137.4
4.92 (12 reviews)
Reviews Summary
AI Generated
Customers are overwhelmingly positive, praising friendly, honest staff and consistently quick, efficient repairs. Reviewers frequently mention good communication, competitive pricing, local convenience and the garage’s willingness to explain work and flag future issues (for example, front suspension). There are no recurring complaints in these reviews.
Vertu Seat Darlington
Physical Garage
McMullen Rd, Darlington, DL1 1XP
About Us
Please note: Collection and Delivery not available on Saturdays At your local Vertu dealership, we only use the latest technology and employ the very best highly trained technicians. This ensures we have the skills and equipment to diagnose any problem quickly, making your service or repair faster and cheaper. Our friendly service receptionists and technicians can offer advice on car servicing, MOT’s and repairs.
Servicing from£163.25
4.55 (45 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise friendly, professional staff, clear communication (calls and video health checks), quick turnarounds and good value for dealer-level work. A minority report trust issues — disputes over tyres and brakes, unexpected or expensive repairs, missed extras (wash and vacuum) and occasional delays or billing quirks. The garage is generally reliable and well-rated, but it’s sensible to confirm parts, prices and any promised add-ons before authorising work.
Evans Halshaw Ford Darlington
Physical Garage
Croft Rd, Darlington, DL3 8TL
About Us
“Servicing and regular maintenance is a key aspect of vehicle ownership. Regardless of the service you choose, they will always be completed by a fully qualified technician using either genuine or approved parts. With state-of-the-art workshops and skilled technicians accommodating all of your vehicle's servicing needs, there's no better place to book a service than through your nearest Evans Halshaw dealership.“
Servicing from£134.68
4.45 (33 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Most reviewers praise the garage for friendly, helpful staff, clear communication (calls, texts and helpful summary videos), efficient same‑day MOTs and competitive pricing. A minority report problems: booking mix‑ups via BookMyGarage, occasional costly or unclear repair recommendations (notably around emissions or exhaust work), and occasional issues like service‑reset errors or video links failing. Several customers also name staff members (e.g. Diane, Stacey, Justin, Ali, Adele) for going above and beyond.
Darlington Motor Vehicle Services
Physical Garage
Unit 2, WKM Industrial Park, Darlington, DL1 2NH
About Us
Darlington Motor Vehicle Services In 2022, I opened Darlington Motor Vehicle Services This business operates a garage service centre which caters for all makes and models of cars and vans. We carry out all repairs, MOT's, and servicing.
Servicing from£127.97
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How to Book Your Car Service in Darlington
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If you're looking for the most time-efficient way to keep your car in top condition, why not book your service and MOT in Darlington together? Plus, many garages offer a discounted MOT price when you book a service at the same time, so you can also save yourself some money.
How Much Does a Car Service Cost in Darlington?
These average prices were taken from bookings made at Darlington garages through BookMyGarage.com, and are accurate as of November 2024.
Interim Service = £101.58
Full Service = £140.49
Major Service = £188.70
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Mobile Car Service in Darlington
If you can't find time to take your car to a local garage to fulfil its servicing needs, why not book an appointment with a mobile mechanic? They will come to you to complete your car service at a time and place that suits you. Here are just a few of the benefits of booking a mobile car service in Darlington:
Convenience - Rather than having to find time to take your car to a garage and then trying to keep your life on track without it, you can have your car service completed at a location that works best for you. This could be your driveway or a car park at work during your normal day. This helps you avoid disruption.
Flexibility - You may be able to book a mobile car service on a weekend, evening or even overnight, depending on the mobile mechanics in your area. If your schedule doesn’t really accommodate servicing at a traditional garage, this can make your life easier.
Transparency - You get to see what is happening during your mobile car service at all times. This makes it easier to trust the quality of the work and gives you the peace of mind that all the checks have been completed to the highest standard.
Cheaper - A mobile car service involves less overhead costs and expenses, so they are often at least competitively priced against, if not cheaper than most local garages.
If you think a mobile car service will benefit you, enter your vehicle reg and postcode to compare instant prices from mobile mechanics near you.
How Do I Choose the Best Garage for My Car Service in Darlington?
It’s usually only once a year but it has to be done - so where do you take your car for its service? To the garage round the corner because it’s the nearest, even though you don’t really understand what they tell you? To the place your friend recommends, even though it charges more than most Darlington garages? Or to a big, national chain garage - you’d rather support an independent but you feel safer with a big brand?
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