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Plymouth Diagnostic Checks: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
£72.61
Average price for a Diagnostic Checks in Plymouth
4.74★
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Physical Garage
85 Cattedown Road, Cattedown, Plymouth, PL4 0PN
About Us
Looking for a reputable garage in Plymouth? Then we are who you have been looking for, our technicians are experienced when it comes to car & Light commercial vehicle repairs, we carry out class 4, 5 and 7 MOTs, we specialize in auto electrical, petrol & diesel diagnostics. Since opening in 1988 Mayflower Auto Services has developed an enviable reputation for garage services in car and commercial vehicle repairs, for our integrity and professionalism.
Diagnostic Check£48
4.85 (5 reviews)
Physical Garage
20 Valley Road, Plymouth, Plympton, PL7 1RF
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£120
4.82 (32 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the friendly, helpful staff and excellent communication throughout the service process, with many highlighting the innovative video health check from technicians and convenient key drop-off system. The garage offers competitive pricing and good value for servicing and MOT work, though a small number of reviewers noted that prices for additional recommended work can be higher than independent garages. Limited parking space was mentioned occasionally, but overall the experience is smooth from booking to collection, with vehicles returned clean inside and out.
About Us
Welcome to Uni-Fit Plymouth – Dealership Quality at Great Prices! Owned by Jodie and Mike, Uni-Fit Plymouth is your go-to garage for expert vehicle care at unbeatable value. Based in Plymouth, we specialise in Class 4 MOT testing, with three dedicated bays and online booking for your convenience. Our MOTs are just £30, and when you book a major service, you’ll receive a FREE MOT – saving you even more! We cater to all Class 4 vehicles, including passenger cars, vans, motorhomes, and goods vehicles up to 3000kg. But that’s not all – Uni-Fit Plymouth offers a full range of garage services, including: Air Conditioning Servicing & Repairs Brak
Diagnostic Check£48
4.75 (28 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for its professional, friendly staff and efficient service, with many highlighting the convenience of same-day bookings, competitive pricing, and transparent communication throughout repairs and MOTs. The online booking system and ability to accommodate urgent requests receive particular appreciation, alongside the team's reliability and willingness to keep customers informed. A small number of reviewers noted that certain checks may benefit from closer attention, with one mentioning a missed brake light issue and another receiving an interim rather than full service, though the vast majority report faultless experiences.
About Us
We are glad about your interest in OBD Tech Plymouth, one of the leading automobile service providers in and around Plymouth! We are dedicated towards delivering you the most accurate automobile services and products at the most competitive prices in the market. Our garage in Plymouth has a team of experts with considerable experience in the automobile sector and ensures superior services within the shortest time frame. Further, we have all the latest machinery and equipment that help us reach the highest level of accuracy, irrespective of the service you opt for. Our offerings are as follows: Car Tyres Plymouth Irrespective of the make an
Diagnostic Check£60
4.74 (34 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its honest, trustworthy approach and competitive pricing, with many noting they felt confident no unnecessary work was added. The friendly, professional staff receive particular commendation for excellent communication throughout services, quick turnaround times, and accommodating last-minute bookings. One reviewer mentioned that a detailed breakdown of costs on receipts could be clearer, though this was raised as a minor point alongside otherwise highly positive feedback.
Physical Garage
56 Oreston Road, Plymouth, PL9 7JQ
About Us
Please note: Collection and Delivery not available on Saturdays Vertu is proud of its long established reputation for integrity, first class customer service and competitive pricing. Our company ethos is to provide a service built on trust we are dedicated to providing the best experience we can offer you. Here at Vertu Volvo we only use the latest technology and employ the very best highly trained technicians, which ensures we have the skills and equipment to diagnose any problem quickly, making your service or repair faster and cheaper.
Diagnostic Check£80
4.25 (2 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 Plymouth. 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.