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Birmingham Diagnostic Checks: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
£63.52
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4.84★
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Auto Solutions & Parts Limited
Physical Garage
231A Montgomery St, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1DS
About Us
Welcome to Auto Solutions & Parts Limited RAC APPROVED GARAGE Professional and reliable service for all your car needs. ENGINE REBUILDING OR RECONDITIONING SPECIALISTS SPECIALISTS IN CLUTCH REPLACEMENT AT VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES TIMING CHAIN AND TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT FOR ALMOST ALL MAKES We offer services like MOT, All types of mechanical work undertaken We offer air con re-gas both new & old types of air con gas We have new & part worn tyres available at very competitive prices with fitting & balancing
Diagnostic Check£60
4.76 (158 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers largely praise the garage for friendly, honest staff, clear communication, fast turnarounds and good value — many reviewers say they’d return and highlight quick MOTs, no waiting and transparent pricing. A small number of negative reports raise concerns about inconsistent workmanship or customer care (post-service faults, scratched alloys, oil marks) and one review mentions perceived arrogance and high costs, so occasional quality lapses do occur.
Fast Fit Auto Centre (Birmingham)
Physical Garage
288 Vicarage Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 7NH
About Us
Fast Fit Auto Centre is home to a team of expert technicians with years of invaluable experience. We offer a wide range of garage services for your vehicle, from oil changes to wheel alignment. Additionally we offer tyres for all makes and models. Diagnostic is a specialism. We can offer brakes , clutches . wet belt changes and generic vehicles repairs.
Diagnostic Check£30
4.71 (196 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for friendly, helpful staff, competitive pricing and fast, reliable turnaround — many note clear communication, same‑day work and value well below dealerships. However, a minority report problems with booking and communication, a lack of detailed service paperwork, occasional price discrepancies and some worries about workmanship or slow diagnostics. Despite that, most reviewers say they'd return or recommend the garage, citing its honest, no‑nonsense approach and good value.
Vertu Ford Kings Norton
Physical Garage
Kings Norton Business Park, Birmingham, B30 3ES
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.
Diagnostic Check£99
4.48 (145 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Most customers praise friendly, professional staff, good value for money (often cheaper than independents), efficient servicing and helpful communication such as text updates and video health checks, with many noting clean, well-presented cars on collection. Recurring negatives include unreliable appointment handling and late notifications, frequent complaints about high or changing quotes and perceived upselling, plus occasional MOT inconsistencies and poor workshop planning leading to long waits or cancelled slots.
Flash Fit Mobile Mechanics
Mobile Mechanic
21 Factory Road, b185ju, Birmingham, B18 5JU
About Us
Our mobile service offering - Offers you MOT and SERVICING from collecting and delivering your car to and from your home or place of work. We collect you vehicle on a recovery truck and take the car if requiring an MOT to our static garage based in Birmingham. We also have qualified technicians that can visit your home and attend to your needs at your premises. Our prices are competitive and service matters to us. We have an excellent stream of communication with all our customer to ensure you are fully informed to what is happening to your vehicle whilst in our care. We are open 7 DAYS A WEEK to offer you flexibility and provide you a s
Diagnostic Check£60
4.47 (122 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers largely praise the garage for prompt, professional service — many give five stars and highlight clear communication and the convenience of free collection-and-delivery. Frequent strengths mentioned are friendly, knowledgeable staff, competitive pricing, useful video/reports and same‑day turnarounds that save customers time. A minority, however, report troubling issues: no‑shows or poor notice, disputed or inflated charges (notably DPF jobs), and some incomplete or faulty repairs leaving customers feeling overcharged.
Vertu Ford Birmingham
Physical Garage
156-182 Bristol St, Birmingham, B5 7AZ
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.
Diagnostic Check£99
4.42 (113 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are largely positive, frequently praising friendly, professional staff, prompt service, clear communication (often backed up by short video health checks) and good value — several reviews also single out named advisers and complimentary car cleans. However, a noticeable minority report poor or inconsistent communication, unexpected extra charges or high labour costs, missed promised washes, delays and occasional vehicle damage, which undermines trust for those customers.
CHECK POINT GARAGE (UK) LIMITED
Physical Garage
160 Handsworth New Rd,, Birmingham, B18 4PH
About Us
Here at Checkpoint Garage we pride ourselves on providing a high quality service to all of our customers
Diagnostic Check£40
4.99 (57 reviews)
SHAH Auto Centre Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 1 199 golden Hillock Street, Birmingham, B11 2PN
About Us
MOT's for Cars and Vans (Class 4 + 7),Repair work undertaken, Vehicle Service, Brakes, Clutch, Gearbox, Turbo, Injectors. All work Done.
Diagnostic Check£30
4.93 (74 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Rave reviews emphasise friendly, helpful and professional staff, fast turnaround, honest workmanship and good value, with many customers praising convenient extras like car collection/drop‑off and an easy online booking system. A few customers reported minor drawbacks — notably occasional lapses in proactive advice (for example not flagging worn brake pads), a cold waiting area, tight parking and limited MOT time‑slot choice — but such comments are far outweighed by the positive feedback.
Manir Autos LTD
Physical Garage
Unit 29-31 Sandy Lane, Aston, Birmingham, B6 5TP
About Us
A Family Business with a Passion for Quality Service – Manir Autos, Since 1995 MOTs completed On-Site.
Diagnostic Check£60
4.93 (54 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for friendly, professional and trustworthy service, with many long‑term clients citing knowledgeable mechanics, quick MOTs and good value. Regularly highlighted strengths are efficient same‑day work, clear explanations, a family‑run atmosphere and fair pricing. Minor negatives are rare but include occasional communication hiccups (online booking/phone details) and the odd lower score on specific jobs.
G S Autos Ltd
Physical Garage
UNIT 7 PORTWAY MOTOR CENTRE PORTWAY BIRMINGHAM, Birmingham, B48 7JA
About Us
We are your local independant garage and carry out class 4, 5, and 7 mot tests and all aspects or motor vehicle maintenance, servicing and repair. We offer maintenance and car servicing packages to the general motoring public as well as contract customers whose fleets we maintain at given service intervals.
Diagnostic Check£35
4.9 (100 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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An abundance of five‑star comments praise the garage as friendly, trustworthy and efficient, with many customers highlighting quick, reliable MOTs and clear communication. Reviewers repeatedly mention easy online booking, fair prices and staff who explain work clearly — leading to many long‑term and family customers. Issues are rare but include one reported no‑show/poor communication and a few mentions of unexpected extras or upselling, so it’s sensible to check estimates and confirmations.
PRIORY SERVICE STATION
Physical Garage
164 PRIORY ROAD, HALL GREEN, BIRMINGHAM, B28 0TB
About Us
Priory Service Station is a local family run garage offering a wide range of vehicle repair services at great prices. We provide excellent garage services including MOT testing, car servicing and much more. Our professional mechanics can repair cars, vans and minibuses. We have over 40 years of experience in providing car services. Get in touch with us for more information on our services. Our reputation matters.
Diagnostic Check£50
4.88 (97 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, repeatedly praising friendly, knowledgeable staff, speedy and efficient MOTs and clear communication throughout the booking and servicing process. Many note fair pricing, honest advice, convenient online booking and a welcoming, family-run feel. A minority mention booking errors, missed updates or an isolated broken MOT bay, but these issues rarely stop people recommending or returning.
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How to Book Car Diagnostics in Birmingham
- Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
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After you book your diagnostic check, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the garage and they may also be in touch to confirm the appointment or to ask for extra details.
You never pay for your booking until after all the work has been completed and deal with the garage directly after the initial booking process. You also have the ability to change or cancel your booking for free until the day of your appointment.
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Mobile Car Diagnostics Near You
A mobile mechanic comes to you, rather than the other way around. This means you can easily fit a service or repair into your schedule, so you don't have to put your day on hold. What could be more convenient than getting your car serviced from your driveway? For a flexible, transparent service with a personal touch, you can trust a mobile mechanic to make your life easier.
How Much Does a Diagnostic Check Cost?
The price of a car diagnostic test can vary, depending on the garage that you visit. Each garage offers its car diagnostics for a fixed price, ranging from £30 - £100.
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