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Can a Mobile Mechanic Do an MOT?

Yes, a mobile mechanic can complete an MOT - but not all of them offer this service.

Even the ones that do offer a mobile MOT must take your car to a registered test centre to complete the inspection as they need to use the ramps and other specialist equipment available there.

Why Use BookMyGarage to Book Your Mobile MOT?

We have helped over 16.6 million UK drivers compare and save on their MOT, servicing and repair costs. In fact, when you compare mobile mechanics near you through our online comparison site, you can save up to 70% when you choose one of the lower-cost options!

As the UK’s leading MOT and service comparison site, we’re dedicated to helping drivers save money on their car maintenance. Here are just some of the ways we keep you in control of booking a mobile MOT near you:

Dedicated Comparison Results. We’ll only show you the mobile mechanics operating in your area on our mobile results pages. This means that you can always book the convenient mobile MOT that you’re after.

Transparent Prices. Mobile mechanics listed on our comparison site always set and update their own prices, so there are no nasty surprises at the end of your appointment. This price won’t change unless you agree to extra repairs directly with them.

Clear Communication Throughout. After you make your booking, we’ll never leave you in the dark. Not only do we provide a confirmation email ourselves, but we also pass your contact details on to your chosen mobile mechanic. This means they can sort out the time and place of the work with you directly. That way, you get the peace of mind you deserve.

24/7 Online Booking. When you need a mobile MOT, you want to book it as soon as possible. You don’t want to wait around for a mobile mechanic to pick up the phone and book you in - and with BookMyGarage, you don’t have to. We allow you to make your appointment day or night, even outside of the mechanic’s normal operating hours.

Compare deals and save up to 70% on your car maintenance when you choose one of the lower-cost options through BookMyGarage. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode to compare instant prices on a mobile MOT near you and book the best deal today.

How to Book a Mobile MOT Near You

1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
2. Compare deals. You can sort local mobile mechanics by whatever best suits your needs: price, reviews and ratings or availability.
3. Pick a date for your appointment & provide an address. This is where the mechanic will collect your car from and take it to a local garage.

After you book your mobile MOT, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the mobile mechanic who will be in touch to agree upon a suitable time for your appointment and communicate any other details about their process.

You never pay for your booking until after all the work has been completed and deal with the mobile mechanic 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.

What Happens During a Mobile MOT?

MOT testing is regulated by the DVSA, so every tester must follow the same checklist. This includes inspecting the following:

• Exterior condition
• Mirrors, lights and signals
• Brakes
• Suspension & steering
• Emissions
• Tyres & wheels
• Windscreen condition, wipers and washers
• And more

The main difference between a mobile MOT and taking your car to a local test centre is that a mobile mechanic cannot complete the inspection on your driveway as it requires the use of a ramp. This means that they will collect your vehicle, take it to a registered MOT centre, complete the inspection there and then return the vehicle to you.

In the case of a failed test, they will discuss any necessary repairs with you. They may be able to carry these out on your driveway before returning to the garage for the retest, else they will complete the repairs at the garage and then return your vehicle once it has passed.

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