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Reading Diagnostic Checks: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

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4.8

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Prestige Service And Maintenance

Physical Garage

11 Craddock Road, Whitley, Reading, RG2 0JT

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

Look no further than our garage for MOT in Reading, we specialise in German vehicles but welcome all makes and models for car MOTs, services and repairs. Our local MOT station are on hand to provide the very best for you. We are an MOT, service and maintenance garage that has been providing exceptional services for our customers in Reading since 1996. Over the last 25 years, we have garnered an excellent reputation with continued repeat business from our many customers. At Prestige Services and Maintenance you can expect first-class service every time. You can always count on our team of experience and professional mechanics to deliver the h

Diagnostic Check£105

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4.83 (50 reviews)

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Customers repeatedly praise the garage, with the vast majority giving five-star feedback and calling the team friendly, professional and trustworthy. Common strengths are quick, efficient work, clear communication, willingness to fit people in at short notice, good value and a clean, welcoming reception (several reviewers namechecked helpful reception staff). Criticisms are rare — one missed confirmation and a couple of notes about notification quirks or MOT failures (usually resolved with fair quotes or free re-tests).

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NK MOT Limited

Physical Garage

16-20 Long Barn Lane, Reading, RG2 7SZ

About Us

We offer all car repairs for all vehicles with our team of experienced and qualified mechanics let us help bring your car back to life again. We specialise in MOT for classes 1,2,3,4,5&7 for most vehicles and vans.

Diagnostic Check£48

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4.8 (15 reviews)

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Customers repeatedly praise the garage for friendly staff, fast, no‑fuss MOTs and services, and the convenience of pick‑up and drop‑off. Many highlight accurate time estimates, transparent pricing and helpful communication, with several saying they trust the business enough to recommend or return. A minority mention booking or collection mix‑ups and occasional dusty interiors after work, so tightening booking coordination and using basic seat/mat protection would address the main criticisms.

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Eden Vauxhall Reading

Physical Garage

38-40 Portman Road, Reading, RG30 1JG

About Us

Established in 2008, we strive to create a better world of motoring and provide our customers with an unparalleled level of customer service. Each Eden dealership is well recognised and a reputed business in the communities in which we operate, in part due to having developed a culture which is demonstrably different from every other motor retailer. Our colleagues are empowered to be genuinely customer focused and reflect the company's values of openness, absolute integrity and flexibility.

Diagnostic Check£99

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4.77 (29 reviews)

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Reviews are strongly positive, with customers frequently praising friendly, professional staff, clear communication (often via inspection videos), fast turnaround and good value for MOTs and services. Common strengths mentioned are helpful reception, transparent pricing and a tidy, cleaned car on return. Rare negatives include a single complaint about non‑OEM parts and a few minor hiccups (an unsecured hose and a missing stamped checklist) that reviewers say were dealt with promptly.

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Joys Motors Limited

Physical Garage

12 Long Barn Lane, Reading, RG2 7SZ

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MOTs Full Service Diagnostic and Repair Wheel Balancing and Alignment Tyre Repair and Replacement A/C Service Brake Service and replacement

Diagnostic Check£60

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4.76 (38 reviews)

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MOT CENTRE READING

Physical Garage

181 Cardiff Rd, Reading RG1 8HD, reading, RG1 8HD

About Us

We're a MOT & Service Centre in Reading If you’re looking for a reliable MOT & Repair services in Reading look no further, we are MOT Centre Reading. We specialize in MOT Services, Wheel alignment and tracking, Air Con recharge, MOT, Tyre, Body Work, full service, interim service and all kinds of mechanical repair.

Diagnostic Check£35

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4.73 (15 reviews)

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, repeatedly praising fast, friendly and professional service, reliable communication and good value — many note same‑day or last‑minute MOTs. Reviewers often single out Waz and his team for courteous, efficient work, clear updates and occasional extras like a complimentary car wash. One isolated but serious complaint alleges dishonest billing and opaque invoicing, which stands out as a potential weakness to be aware of.

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WAC Automotive Engineers

Physical Garage

Suttons Business Park, 49, Suttons Park Ave, Reading, RG6 1AZ

About Us

With years of experience, high skilled technicians and latest technology we are a one stop shop for you. From repairs, bodywork, engine, exhausts, tyres to service and MOTs, we fix, replace and repair everything from exotic cars, family cars to old bangers! We provide a reliable service along with 12 months parts and labour warranty and can usually source parts within a few minutes. We provide free advice and estimates, also set out to repair each vehicle as if it was our own. We are proud to be a Bosch affiliated centre and AA , Black Circles, FTN, RAC, Approved Garages partners. We welcome you to free estimates, hassle free service and a

Diagnostic Check£90

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4.73 (27 reviews)

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EPTS

Mobile Mechanic

1 Hinton Cottages, Waltham Road, Twyford, RG10 0LU

About Us

At EPTS EV & Auto Services, we are passionate about all vehicle types and are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our customers. As a leading specialist in EV & Auto maintenance and repair, we understand the unique needs of all types of vehicles and are committed to ensuring they perform at their best. Our mission is to deliver top-quality service and support to vehicle owners, helping them maintain their vehicles in optimal condition. We strive to be the trusted partner for all your servicing needs, offering expertise, reliability, and convenience to businesses and individuals alike. Our service offerings include: - Diagnostic C

Diagnostic Check£45

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4.5 (1 reviews)

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Md tyres and auto centre

Physical Garage

47 Loverock Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 1DZ

About Us

MD Tyres & Auto Services offers a range of automotive products and services including tyres, MOT, Servicing, repairs and alloy wheel refurbishment and part worn tyres at competitive prices without compromising on quality. At MD Tyres in Reading we provide high-quality tyres at unbeatable prices! Some of the tyre brands include Bridgestone, Continental, Davanti, Dunlop, Goodyear, Michelin, Pirelli along with a broad range of quality mid-range and economy tyres. MD Tyres serving Berkshire and surrounding areas for tyres including Caversham, Coley, Southcote, Tilehurst, Woodley.

Diagnostic Check£45

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4.33 (36 reviews)

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Most customers praise friendly, helpful staff, quick efficient MOTs and repairs, and fair, good-value pricing. Many highlight clear communication, extras like click-and-collect or loan cars, and staff who go above and beyond. A smaller but notable group report booking and communication failures — cancelled appointments, locked premises/no-shows and at least one claim about an unapproved MOT — which caused inconvenience and missed work.

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DN AUTOS

Physical Garage

THAMES PRIVATE LIMITED TA DN AUTOS, 275 LONDON ROAD, Reading, RG1 3NY

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Diagnostic Check£40

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4.32 (15 reviews)

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Most reviewers praise the garage for honest, friendly staff, good value and quick, clear service—many cite reliable MOTs and a trustworthy, knowledgeable team. A minority raised concerns about poor phone availability and vague AM/PM booking slots, and a few serious issues were reported (a broken oil dipstick, a tyre problem possibly caused after work, and a bonnet left open).

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 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 Reading. 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 Reading

Located in the Thames Valley to the west of London, Reading in Berkshire is not too well-known as one of Britain’s must-visit towns. However, once you get there, you’ll discover a surprising amount of things to see and do. It is sometimes described as being on London’s commuter belt but the influx of daily traffic outweighs the outflow due to the large number of tech companies and international businesses which have made Reading their home.