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Cardiff MOT and Service: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
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Old Drift Garage, Main Rd,, Gwaelod-y-garth, Cardiff, CF15 9HJ
About Us
Garth Tyre & Auto Services - A trusted automotive solution for 47 years We are a local independent automobile Garage in Cardiff. In the last 47 years, we have dedicated ourselves to offering cost-effective and high-quality car tyres and services to our clients. Our experts can cater to the automotive requirements of almost all vehicle segments. Hence, you do not have to worry or go far if something feels off with your car. We never settle for anything lesser than 100% customer satisfaction. Hence, we can provide you with quality car tyres whatever your budget and fully customised car services at competitive rates. What Sets Us Apart? Works
MOT & Service from£176.22
3.58 (3 reviews)
Physical Garage
Nash House Sloper Road, Cardiff, Glamorgan, CF11 8SE
About Us
“Servicing and regular maintenance is a key aspect of vehicle ownership. Regardless of the service you choose, they will always be completed by a fully qualified technician using either genuine or approved parts. With state-of-the-art workshops and skilled technicians accommodating all of your vehicle's servicing needs, there's no better place to book a service than through your nearest Evans Halshaw dealership.“
MOT & Service from£173.61
3.4 (5 reviews)
Physical Garage
25A St. Fagans Street, Grangetwon, Cardiff, CF11 7LG
About Us
Cardiff’s Most Trusted MOT and Service Centre At Lawfix Automotive, we’re proud to be known as one of Cardiff’s most trusted garages. As a family-run business with over 15 years of experience in the trade, we’ve built a solid reputation for offering a highly affordable, fast and reliable vehicle repair service. As a major MOT and service centre in Cardiff, carrying out standard vehicle work such as MOT testing and Annual Servicing is our absolute bread and butter. Our Garage is fully kitted out with industry-standard equipment and licensed mechanics. Whether you need a routine MOT or need diagnostics and repair work for a specific issue,
MOT & Service from£185.82
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4b Wentlog Building, Wentlog Road, Cardiff, CF3 1YA
About Us
Unique Welding Body & Paint Ltd At Unique Welding Body & Paint Ltd, we are proud to be a trusted, highly recommended garage with over 30 years of experience providing expert vehicle repairs, servicing, and maintenance. Serving customers six days a week, our dedicated team is committed to delivering outstanding workmanship and exceptional customer service for all makes and models of vehicles. We offer a comprehensive range of automotive services, including MOTs, brakes, mechanical repairs, welding, bodywork, paintwork, diagnostics, and routine servicing. Using only quality parts and premium oils, we ensure every vehicle receives the highest
MOT & Service from£152.77
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MOT and Service Costs by Make
Live price ranges across our network of Cardiff garages
| Vehicle Make & Model | MOT | Full Service |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta1.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| Ford Fiesta1.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| Ford Fiesta2.5L+ | £45–£55 | £158–£338 |
| Renault Clio1.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| Renault Clio1.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| Renault Clio2.5L+ | £45–£55 | £158–£338 |
| Peugeot 1081.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| Vauxhall Corsa1.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| Vauxhall Corsa1.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| Vauxhall Corsa2.5L+ | £45–£55 | £158–£338 |
| Volkswagen Golf1.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| Volkswagen Golf1.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| Volkswagen Golf2.5L+ | £45–£55 | £158–£338 |
| Nissan Qashqai1.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| Nissan Qashqai1.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| Nissan Qashqai2.5L+ | £45–£55 | £158–£338 |
| BMW X51.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| BMW X51.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| BMW X52.5L+ | £45–£55 | £158–£338 |
| Audi A11.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| Audi A11.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| Toyota Aygo1.0–1.5L | £45–£55 | £118–£272 |
| Toyota Aygo1.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| Hyundai Tucson1.6–2.4L | £45–£55 | £138–£315 |
| Hyundai Tucson2.5L+ | £45–£55 | £158–£338 |
Why Use BookMyGarage to Book Your Service and MOT in Cardiff?
We've helped UK drivers compare prices for MOT, servicing and car repairs 28.8 million times – and when you compare local garages through our online comparison site, you can be sure you’re booking the best deal!
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How to Book Your MOT and Service in Cardiff
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After you book your appointment, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the garage, who may also be in touch to confirm the appointment or to ask for extra details.
You never pay for your booking until after all the work has been completed and deal with the garage 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.
How Much Does an MOT and Service Cost in Cardiff?
All prices are averages taken from bookings made in Cardiff through BookMyGarage.com.
| MOT & Interim Service | MOT & Full Service | MOT & Major Service |
| £148.23 | £178.52 | £242.54 |
Frequently asked questions
Below is a general outline of what you will receive during an MOT & Service in Cardiff booked through BookMyGarage:
Interim Service: Oil change and fluid, brake pad, lights, tyres and exhaust checks, among others.
Full Service: Everything included in an interim service plus air filter change, suspension, brake system and drive belt checks, among others.
Major Service: Everything included in a full service with added replacements, clutch and air conditioning system checks, and fuel/pollen filter change.
MOT Test: Mandatory assessment of safety and emissions components, including body condition, lights, brakes, tyres, and emissions. Specifics vary based on vehicle age, mileage, and manufacturer recommendations.
1. Ensuring vehicle safety, performance, and compliance.
2. Regular maintenance addresses wear and tear, preventing major issues.
3. MOT tests verify roadworthiness and emissions compliance, maintaining overall safety.
4. Different service levels target specific components, optimising longevity and reliability.
5. Compliance with manufacturer recommendations and legal requirements upholds vehicle value and driver security.
That means booking an MOT and service together can make it much cheaper to keep your vehicle in good condition - so long as you choose a garage that offers a great deal.
Generally, an MOT takes between 45 and 60 minutes, an interim service around 1 hour, a full service between 2-3 hours, and a major service 3-4 hours.
Your MOT and service will take longer if your vehicle needs any repairs, or the garages is quite busy and can’t begin the work right away.
All our reviews are unfiltered and verified, so you’re always seeing a fair picture of other drivers’ experiences with each garage.
Most importantly, we only work with garages that hold themselves to the same high standards that we do and remove those that let customers down or fail to honour prices. That means when you book through BookMyGarage, you get the most reliable MOT and service in Cardiff.
If you're looking for a last-minute MOT, many garages offer same- or next-day availability (depending on their schedule). This means that, as long as they have space to complete your appointment, you can book with just a few hours notice in some garages.
If you require a same- or next-day MOT and service, please ensure the chosen garage offers this and has the availability to accommodate you.
You can also be fined a further £2,500 and receive 3 points per dangerous defect if it is found to be in unroadworthy condition.
Enter your reg and postcode to compare local garages in Cardiff to see if any are open 24 hours or offer extra flexibility for your busy schedule.