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Topgear MOT & Service
Physical Garage
258 - 268 ABBEY STREET, DERBY, Derby, DE22 3SX
About Us
Top Gear MOT and Service Centre Derby Limited is your local Derby garage with the best prices in the area! Our team provide repairs on all tyres, brakes, exhausts, clutches and steering and suspension and will complete all servicing and MOT testing in-house as well as any repairs that might need doing. We’ll complete any work, whether it’s a simple oil changed or dashboard diagnostic to full on engine replacements. We’ll conduct any windscreen repairs or glass replacements and service any air conditioning systems. Whatever you need, we’ll do it! We’re situated just on the outskirts of Derby and work serving areas such as Allenton, Sunny Hill,
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4.93 (517 reviews)
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Top Gear for friendly, professional staff, clear communication and reliable, speedy MOTs and services, with many callers noting fair prices, honest advice and repeat custom. Only minor gripes appear — occasionally customers say they had to phone to check when work would be finished or that costs can be a bit higher, but most feel the service and workmanship make it good value.
Tech-Tonic Vehicle Repairs
Physical Garage
109 Woods Lane, Derby, DE22 3UE
About Us
Here at Tech-Tonic we aim to provide you with a quick easy service for all your motoring needs. With collection and delivery, customer drop off and MOTS carried out at evenings and Sundays if required, booking must be made We specialise in all things German and also DPF cleaning, we are manufacturer trained technicians and aim to provide you with an alternative to the dealerships. We can repair and service all makes and models. Please check our reviews for the outstanding service that we do offer, we hope to see you soon
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4.92 (252 reviews)
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Customers praise the garage for prompt, friendly and professional work, frequently singling out clear communication, quick turnarounds and the convenient collection-and-return service. Most reviewers highlight trustworthy, honest advice, fair pricing and consistently high-quality MOTs and services, with many saying they’ll return. A few minor negatives appear — occasional comments about rising MOT costs, a forgotten log‑book stamp and requests for clearer documentation of what a “full” service includes.
Midland Automotive Group
Physical Garage
200 Nottingham Road, Spondon, Derby, DE21 7NP
About Us
Conveniently located in Spondon, Derby. The A52, A38 & A50 all are within easy reach as is East Midlands Airport & Derby's rail & bus links. Midland Automotive Group Ltd offers: MOT, Service and Repairs for all makes/models. With viewings on our used car stock available 7 day's a week (by appointment) to provide excellent service with flexible viewing times. If you require any further information or advice, we are available via e-mail or phone.
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4.9 (263 reviews)
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The garage is consistently praised, with customers reporting friendly, professional staff, reliable workmanship and many repeat visits and recommendations. Common strengths are clear communication, convenient collection/delivery, quick turnarounds and good value for money, with several reviews emphasising honesty and helpful explanations of faults. A few customers noted occasional surprise extras or relatively high costs for specific parts (e.g. special oil or brake work) and occasional waits for parts, though these comments are infrequent.
SinFin Test Centre Ltd
Physical Garage
SinFin Lane, SinFin, Derby, DE24 9GL
About Us
Welcome to Sin Fin Tech Centre Ltd. We are a friendly, professional garage in Derby, ready to put your needs first! The Only Garage In Derby You’ll Ever Need! We pride ourselves in our unbeatable quality of workmanship and professionalism – we’re happy to help in any way we can. Our passionate mechanics are happy to explain anything you might need clarifying. We offer a variety of services, including MOT's, car servicing, diagnostics, laser four-wheel alignments, and every kind of repair you can think of! That’s why we’re such a popular garage near you.
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4.89 (86 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, repeatedly praising fast, professional MOTs and friendly, helpful staff. Common strengths are quick turnaround (many MOTs done within an hour), simple online booking, clear communication, competitive prices and convenient collection/drop-off. A small minority noted issues — missing paperwork or service sheets, occasional booking mix-ups and one report of a car left unsecured in heavy rain — but these complaints are rare compared with the volume of glowing feedback.
Stoney Cross Garage
Physical Garage
Stoney Cross, Spondon, DE21 7NS
About Us
A family-run business where the customer still comes first. Here in our large well-equipped workshop we service and repair all makes of cars and light commercial vehicles. We also do MOT tests, air conditioning repairs, auto electrics, tyres and much more. When you bring your vehicle to us for the first time the details are put onto our system so that the next time it needs to come in we can have all the right parts ready. If you give us the mileage we can even tell you if it’s due for a service. Also, if you bring your vehicle for an MOT ask us to remind you next year and we’ll give you a call when it’s due again. Our large workshop and ex
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5 (20 reviews)
Coopers Garage
Physical Garage
6-8, Wordsworth Avenue, Sinfin, Derby, DE24 9HP
About Us
A friendly, professional service in Sinfin Derby is always assured at Coopers Garage. Covering outside areas of Stenson, Alvaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Normanton, Pear Tree, Chellaston, Specialising in all aspects of motor repair and service, our workshop is fully equipped to carry out all types of work, including: MOT Testing Car Tyres Wheel Alignment Car Servicing Car Repairs Body Work We also offer a FREE collection and delivery service to all in the Sinfin area in Derby, and to all Rolls Royce employees.
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4.9 (17 reviews)
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Most customers praise Coopers Garage for prompt, reliable workmanship, clear communication and friendly, helpful staff, often adding that there’s no hard‑selling and repairs are trustworthy. Frequent strengths mentioned are quick turnarounds (including same‑day walk‑ins), fair pricing and quality parts, with many saying they’ll happily return or recommend the garage. The only recurring criticism is that the reception/office could be made more client‑friendly.
Jia Autos Ltd T/A Abbey street garage
Physical Garage
344 Abbey Street, Derby, DE22 3SZ
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Abbey street garage
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4.44 (28 reviews)
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Most customers are positive, repeatedly praising friendly staff, quick MOTs, good communication and strong value for money (several specifically cite the £25 MOT). Reviewers often highlight efficient, competent repairs and trustworthy service—many say they’d return year after year. A minority report problems: unexpected closures/no answer, appointment mix‑ups and missed safety checks (notably handbrake/brake pads), plus isolated cases of poor workmanship, which produced the few very negative reviews.
DC Tyres & Autocentre
Physical Garage
Unit 6 Enterprise Park, Trent Lane, Castle Donington, DE74 2PY
About Us
DC Tyres & Autocentre is a well-established family run business operating in the Castle Donington Derby area with many years’ experience in the motor trade we offer a full range of services catering for all your motoring needs. D C Tyres have a dedicated team of fully qualified technicians and VOSA approved MOT testers. This is complemented by our professional office team who make sure your experience with us is a pleasant one. We offer full range of garage services to vehicle owners whether you drive a passenger car 4X4 or SUV, our mechanics strive to ensure that your vehicle will be performing at its best before leaving our workshop.
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4.15 (17 reviews)
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Most customers praise friendly, helpful staff, clear communication, quick and reasonably priced MOTs and services, plus a comfortable waiting room and reliable tyre work. A minority report serious problems — missed or mishandled bookings, rude behaviour, long delays and a lack of proactive contact about extra work — which left them frustrated. The reviews lean positive overall but point to inconsistent customer service and booking processes that the garage should address.
Discount Tyres Service Centre
Physical Garage
at Derby Towbars, unit 8 Dunton Close, West Meadows / Pentagon Island, Derby, DE21 6XB
About Us
Part of Derby Towbars, Discount Tyres service centre offers great prices and quality service for all makes of vehicle. Tyres and tracking, service MOT and repairs. Towbars and electrics a speciality!
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A car exhaust prevents much of the harmful gas produced during combustion from escaping into the atmosphere. It consists of a series of pipes leading from your engine to an open tailpipe that releases exhaust fumes. Its main purpose is to capture Carbon Dioxide and Carbon Monoxide and convert them into less harmful gases. It does this through chemical reactions before releasing them into the environment.
However, your exhaust can easily develop problems. When this happens, you need to book an exhaust repair or replacement near you as soon as possible.
What Causes Car Exhaust Problems?
While an exhaust is designed to last around 8 years or 100,000 miles, it can be damaged by high curbs, speed bumps or other large obstacles, especially if you drive over them at speed. However, rust and corrosion are the main causes of exhaust problems.
Exhaust gases are highly corrosive and can also create moisture within the exhaust. If you regularly complete short journeys, you can make the problem worse. This is because the exhaust doesn’t have time to get hot enough to work properly. That means the moisture sits around and causes rust and acidic corrosion which can create holes in your exhaust system.
This can shorten your exhaust’s lifespan and increase the need for an exhaust repair or replacement.
Exhaust Repair vs Exhaust Replacement
Sometimes, your exhaust problem can be fixed by a high-quality repair. Other times, the entire system needs replacing to make your car safe to drive again. This depends on the problem you’re experiencing.
An exhaust repair is only effective if you have minor damage. An exhaust replacement is the most common solution, but your chosen mechanic will be able to help you find the best option to fix your issue.
Why is a Specialist Exhaust Repair Important?
You need to choose a specialist exhaust repair near you for the best results. Your exhaust plays a vital role in making your car as eco-friendly as possible and an exhaust problem can lead to a fine or an MOT failure. An inefficient exhaust also reduces your fuel economy, costing you more money in the long run. It can also cause other engine parts to fail, increasing your future repair bills.
Most importantly, a faulty exhaust can be incredibly dangerous for you and your family. If the exhaust fumes are funnelling into your cabin instead of leaving the rear of your car, you can breathe in some toxic pollutants. This can include Carbon Monoxide. This deadly killer can easily overwhelm anyone quickly. If you feel lightheaded while driving, stop immediately and leave the vehicle.
That’s why you must book an exhaust repair or replacement near you as soon as you notice a problem with your exhaust. Unless you are a trained and experienced mechanic, you should not try and complete the repair yourself.
How Much Does an Exhaust Repair Cost?
The average UK exhaust repair cost is between £300 and £600, depending on what vehicle you drive.
How Much Does an Exhaust Replacement Cost?
An exhaust replacement can cost anywhere between £500 and £2,000. Not only does a replacement cost more, but there are more parts to replace, so it takes longer as well. If this includes the catalytic converter, you will be staring down a £1,000+ repair bill.
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When Do You Know You Need to Book an Exhaust Repair or Replacement?
There are several key warning signs which indicate exhaust problems. If you notice any of the following, you should book an exhaust repair near you as soon as possible.
- A rattling or vibration in the exhaust. This could mean a missing, loose or damaged joint or mounting or out of place piping.
- A hissing from underneath the car. This would suggest a cracked or leaking pipe, exhaust manifold or head gasket.
- A chugging noise indicates a blocked exhaust.
- Loud noise from the exhaust. This indicates a damaged silencer, either from road debris or a corrosion induced hole.
- Excessive white smoke, black smoke or blue smoke. This could indicate a range of problems, including a blown head gasket, a coolant leak, overheating or a blocked DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) in diesel cars.
- Exhaust fumes in the cabin. This is extremely dangerous because you could be exposed to Carbon Monoxide.
How Long Does an Exhaust Repair Take?
An exhaust repair takes between 30-60 minutes on average. However, the more complex jobs can take upwards of 2 hours. Your mechanic will be able to give a time estimate once they have completed their inspection.
How Long Does an Exhaust Replacement Take?
The time to complete an exhaust replacement varies depending on what part needs changing. A catalytic converter change takes about 1-2 hours on average, a muffler and midpipe around 1 hour each and a downpipe, the deepest part of the exhaust, 2-3 hours. The more parts you need to change, the longer the exhaust replacement will take.
This means that a full exhaust replacement can take 7-8 hours.
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How to be a better driver
Whether you’re driving in Derby or further afield, think about road user etiquette. Showing respect for other road users makes driving more pleasant for you and safer for everyone. For example, if you have to make a last minute change of lane, make your request to change clear to the driver who will need to let you in - and signal your thanks if they do. Be ready to abandon the change of lane if they won’t play ball - your safety (and that of other drivers and pedestrians) is more important than getting to your destination in the shortest time possible. When the position is reversed and a driver asks your permission to change lanes, allow them to as long as it is safe. If you get frustrated, avoid using your horn - it won’t improve matters and might make them considerably worse.