Header Background Image

Diagnostic Check in Nottingham

Excellent

Let’s go!
Don't know your vehicle registration?
Diagnostic Check

Instantly compare diagnostic deals from garages near you & book online

Like for like comparison

Like for like comparison

Instant Prices

Instant Prices

No Upfront Payment

No Upfront Payment

Book around the clock

Book around the clock

Transparent reviews & ratings

Transparent reviews & ratings

Nottingham Diagnostic Checks: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

£69.64

Average price for a Diagnostic Checks in Nottingham

4.76

average rating based on customer feedback.

2,368

customer reviews for garages in Nottingham

How to book online

ENTER

ENTER

your vehicle reg & post code.

COMPARE

COMPARE

instant prices for your MOT, service or repairs

BOOK

BOOK

your preferred date & time in 1 step.

NO PAYMENT

NO PAYMENT

taken - only when the work is complete*

*some mobile technicians will contact you prior to your appointment to take payment in advance.

Top Garages for Diagnostic Check in Nottingham

Find the perfect garage for your vehicle with detailed information, reviews, and real-time availability.

Tailor your results by entering your reg and postcode

Then sort by location, availability, ratings, and price to find your ideal garage in Nottingham.

Don't know your vehicle registration?
Diagnostic Check
Sandicliffe Stapleford Logo

Sandicliffe Stapleford

Physical Garage

127 Nottingham Road, Stapleford, NG9 8AU

About Us

Regular servicing of your car or van is the best way to make sure it remains dependable and continues to run without issues. Sandicliffe has over 70 years of expertise in servicing cars and commercial vehicles which is why you can trust us to take great care of your vehicle. We use genuine manufacturer parts.

Diagnostic Check£99

Book Now

4.33 (72 reviews)

Reviews Summary

AI Generated

Customers are broadly positive, repeatedly praising friendly, professional staff, efficient turnarounds, good value and helpful extras like collection/delivery, video health checks and a pleasant waiting area. The main recurring complaints relate to booking and phone-contact problems, unclear paperwork, high costs for extra repairs and occasional delays or post-service faults.

Sandicliffe Ford Nottingham Logo

Sandicliffe Ford Nottingham

Physical Garage

Abbeyfield Road, Nottingham, NG7 2SZ

About Us

Regular servicing of your car or van is the best way to make sure it remains dependable and continues to run without issues. Sandicliffe has over 70 years of expertise in servicing cars and commercial vehicles which is why you can trust us to take great care of your vehicle. We use genuine manufacturer parts.

Diagnostic Check£99

Book Now

4.18 (97 reviews)

Reviews Summary

AI Generated

Customers largely praise the garage for friendly, professional staff, competitive pricing and thorough inspections often accompanied by clear video walk‑rounds. However, many flag inconsistent communication, long waits and booking mix‑ups, plus occasions where promised checks, valeting or specific work weren’t completed — a few even report scratched paint or unanswered follow‑ups. Strengths are staff attitude, transparent inspections and value for money, while the main weaknesses are unreliable admin, timing and inconsistent valeting or follow‑through.

HBR - Hybrid Auto Centre Logo

HBR - Hybrid Auto Centre

Physical Garage

Unit 6 - Wigman Buildings, 29 Wigman Rd, Nottingham, NG8 3HY

About Us

Hybrid & EV Specialist...General Repair Work Petrol & Diesel Vehicles...With All Electrical & Mechanical work carried out including Engine Change, EGR System Clean & Engine Hydro Clean.

Diagnostic Check£125

Book Now

5 (12 reviews)

Southwell Lane Garage Logo

Southwell Lane Garage

Physical Garage

Southwell Lane, Southwell lane garage, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 8EY

About Us

Southwell Lane Garage is the trusted local choice in Kirkby in Ashfield, dedicated to offering top-tier mechanical expertise combined with a fierce commitment to unbeatable customer satisfaction and local price competitiveness. We guarantee a cost-effective, transparent, and honest service, ensuring you get premium quality without the main dealer price tag. We offer a full range of services for all makes and models, including MOT testing, comprehensive vehicle servicing, expert replacement of brakes and clutch kits, suspension and steering repair, advanced diagnostics, tyre fitting and repair, exhaust replacement, and air conditioning re-gas.

Diagnostic Check£80

Book Now

5 (7 reviews)

Monza 2000 Ltd Logo

Monza 2000 Ltd

Physical Garage

Wright Street, Netherfield, Nottingham, NG4 2PG

About Us

A family-run garage with over 30 years of experience. From Fords to Fiats, Vauxhalls to Volkwagens, if you’re looking for a friendly, professional service for your motor, you’ve come to the right place. We offer an efficient service and competitive prices on everything from car repairs and MOT, to full vehicle servicing. Our expertise in the area is second-to-none, and our workshop is fully equipped to work on whatever you need. All of our highly qualified mechanics pride themselves on their exceptional workmanship. After all, for the team at Monza, this is a craft a passion.

Diagnostic Check£60

Book Now

5 (18 reviews)

Reviews Summary

AI Generated

Customers consistently praise the garage for friendly, helpful staff and fast, efficient MOTs and repairs. Reviewers also mention good value, clear communication and easy online booking, often noting knowledgeable, honest service from what appears to be a small family-run team. Virtually no complaints appear in this sample — the only minor note was an upcoming brake job for one customer — so feedback is overwhelmingly positive.

Wheldon's Garage Logo

Wheldon's Garage

Physical Garage

301 Carlton Hill, Carlton, Nottingham, NG4 1GP

About Us

Wheldon's Garage was established in 1947 and has seen many changes over the years, we offer a friendly environment, with an honest and reliable trustworthy service.

Diagnostic Check£60

Book Now

5 (1 reviews)

NG1 Servicing Centre Logo

NG1 Servicing Centre

Physical Garage

117 CANAL STREET, Nottingham, NG1 7HB

About Us

NG1 Servicing Centre – Trusted Local Experts in MOT & Servicing Our mechanical experts are here to help you with all of your motoring requirements in and around Nottingham. We have built a strong reputation for reliability, honesty, and quality workmanship. We proudly serve our local community, offering affordable vehicle servicing and MOT's without compromising on quality. Our team are dedicated to keeping your vehicle running smoothly, whether you need a routine service, an MOT test, or minor repairs. We're known for our great value for money, transparent pricing, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

Diagnostic Check£25

Book Now

5 (5 reviews)

SHERWOOD TYRES & SERVICING LTD Logo

SHERWOOD TYRES & SERVICING LTD

Physical Garage

3 Newstead St, Sherwood, Nottingham NG5 2GY, Nottingham, NG5 2GY

About Us

We are a new local garage which supply and fit new tyres as well as any servicing and repairs. Our work is done to a high standard at affordable prices.

Diagnostic Check£50

Book Now

5 (32 reviews)

Reviews Summary

AI Generated

Customers consistently praise the garage for friendly, professional and honest service, with many commending quick turnarounds and competitive prices. Frequent highlights include helpful, knowledgeable staff who explain work clearly, same‑day/Sunday availability, reliable tyre repairs and strong attention to detail on servicing. Little in the way of criticism appears — reviewers repeatedly recommend the garage and stress good value for money.

Notts Nutz Logo

Notts Nutz

Physical Garage

7 Hemscott Close, Nottingham, NG6 7FP

About Us

Taking care of your vehicle safety and maintenance. Call us for a great price on any work you may need. The leading specialists in removing and supplying locking wheel nuts from all makes and models. We deal with seized, rounded and damaged wheel bolts and nuts as well as lost wheel nut removal keys.

Diagnostic Check£60

Book Now

5 (1 reviews)

Motor-Canics Logo

Motor-Canics

Physical Garage

143 Glaisdale Drive,, Nottingham, NG8 4GW

About Us

We offer servicing on all makes and models of car, van, truck, bus and coach. We can also prepare vehicles for MOT testing and carry out vehicle inspections. In addition to this, we provide vehicle diagnostic services and air conditioning and servicing. No job is either too big or too small for us.

Diagnostic Check£45

Book Now

5 (27 reviews)

What does a car diagnostic check do?

A diagnostic check is carried out on your vehicle by a mechanic, who will plug your vehicle into a specialised code reader. It can detect problems with your vehicle which may be difficult to spot manually.

The main components which are tested in a diagnostic check are the car’s:

  • electronic control units (ECUs) - these control various element of the car and its performance including engine running
  • emissions and exhaust sensors
  • braking system
  • electrical components such as central door locking
  • transmission if electronically controlled
  • ignition coils
  • throttle setting
  • fuel injectors
  • air flow and coolant

 

Why is a car diagnostic check important?

A diagnostic check is very important as it can detect a potential problem with your car, even before a breakdown. The computerised equipment scans your vehicle’s system to check for any faults, no matter how minor or major. A diagnostic test is a quick, easy and accurate way to discover any faults and will give you the chance to get them fixed before they turn into bigger and more expensive issues. When your car has a fault, this may show as a warning light on the dashboard. If the light goes out the system will store the fault code so the garage will find this when they do the diagnostic check.

What are the possible signs that your car needs a diagnostic check?

There are many different signs which will indicate that your vehicle needs a diagnostic check. Essentially, if you suspect that there is an issue with your car but don’t know what, you will probably want to book a diagnostic check to find out what the problem is. Here are some of the key signs:

  • Engine warning light - if the engine warning light appears on your dashboard, it’s important to take your vehicle to a garage as soon as possible as there is a wide variety of problems which the light may be flagging up.
  • Strange noises – any strange noises coming from your car need to be checked out before they turn into more serious problem. Some of these sounds may include; whining from the bonnet, abnormally loud exhaust, uneven engine noise, brake squealing or gear crunching.
  • Smoke - if you see smoke or steam coming from under the bonnet, your vehicle may be overheating.
  • Vibrating - if you notice any vibrating or pulling under your brake, the issue may be due to work brake discs or pads. However, it could also indicate a problem with your suspension or steering.

 

How long do car diagnostics take?

You can expect a diagnostic check on your car to take approximately 90 minutes. You may want to allow for more time though as the mechanic who will be carrying out the check might not be available to start right away.

How much does a car diagnostic check cost?

The price of a car diagnostic test can vary, depending on the garage that you visit. Each garage has a fixed price for diagnostic checks, ranging from £30 - £100.

Enter your vehicle registration number and post code into BookMyGarage (at the top of this page) and you can instantly compare diagnostic check pricing from all of the garages in Nottingham. As well as price, you can see the garages’ reviews, distance from your post code, extra services offered and availability. You don’t even have to register to get access to all of this information. When you have selected a suitable garage, you can choose a date, any optional extras (such as collection and delivery, loan car etc.) and book online.

Driving in Nottingham

It may not feature at the top of everyone’s UK city bucket list, but it probably should. From lace to DH Lawrence to the legend of Robin Hood, Nottingham’s heritage and social history are rich and fascinating. Add to that a burgeoning independent arts scene, a host of excellent museums and a trendy leisure culture, this exciting and handsome city will satisfy visitors of all ages.

Car Diagnostics in Nottingham | Compare & Save | BookMyGarage