Why Use BookMyGarage to Book Your MOT in the West Midlands?

We have helped over 9 million drivers compare and save on their MOT, servicing and repair costs at local garages. In fact, when you compare MOT centres in the West Midlands 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 your MOT in the West Midlands:

Plenty of Choice. We may recommend certain MOT centres depending on your location, but you always have the final say. There are thousands of fast-fit, independent and franchised garages on our online comparison site, so you’re able to see all your options and choose the best one for you.

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 garage. This means they can keep in touch throughout the process. They may send you a confirmation email themselves and will contact you whenever there is a development with your MOT in the West Midlands. That way, you get the peace of mind you deserve.

Transparent Prices. Every MOT centre in the West Midlands listed on our comparison site always sets and updates its 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.

Honest Reviews & Ratings. See what like-minded drivers have to say about every garage on our comparison site to help inform your decision. Always unfiltered and unedited for transparency.

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 an MOT in the West Midlands and book the best deal today.

How to Book Your MOT in the West Midlands

1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
2. Compare deals. You can sort MOT centres in the West Midlands by whatever best suits your needs: price, distance, reviews and ratings or availability.
3. Pick a date and time for your appointment.

After you book your MOT in the West Midlands, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the garage and they 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.

Compare West Midlands MOT Centres & Book an Appointment At the Best One Before Your Expiry Date to Ensure Your Vehicle is Road Legal

If your car is due an MOT test, you must book an appointment before the expiry date to continue driving on the roads around the West Midlands. The test checks whether your car meets road safety and environmental standards, and you will be prosecuted if caught driving without a valid MOT certificate.

The only exception to this rule is if you are driving it to a garage for repairs after a failed test or to a pre-booked MOT.

Book your MOT well in advance to avoid the risk of missing your test date. You can book up to 12 months in advance through our online comparison site and save up to 70% on an MOT in the West Midlands in the process by comparing deals.

Enter your vehicle reg and postcode to compare instant prices and book an MOT near you in 2 steps today.

When Is My MOT Due?

If you’re not sure when your MOT is due, enter your reg into our FREE MOT Checker & find out in a matter of seconds. We pull your vehicle’s information directly from the DVSA database to tell you exactly when your MOT is due. 

You can then book an MOT in 3 simple steps if your expiry date is approaching.

Driving in the West Midlands

Birmingham, the region’s major city, is the second most populous in the country, so drivers will have a range of providers to choose from, making BookMyGarage’s service even more useful. From Shakespeare’s birthplace at Stratford upon Avon, to the heart of the Black Country, we’ve got garages in the West Midlands covered.

At the geographical heart of England, the West Midlands commonly experiences sharp winter frosts and occasionally very hot summer days. During the winter months heavy rain and snow showers can cause problems for drivers.

Good news for motorists in the West Midlands: these are the safest and most improved roads in the UK. The risk of death and serious injury is lowest here across single carriageway A roads. However, you may not get to your destination as quickly as you’d like; the greater Birmingham area ranks fourth in the UK for congestion. In terms of motorways, the M6 is currently ranked Britain’s worst motorway for tailbacks; this has led to the creation of a Toll Section which now runs for 27 miles from Junction 3a all the way round the North East of the West Midlands, rejoining the M6 at Junction 11a. A car travelling the M6 Toll Road on a weekday costs £5.50; you can pay by cash, card or Tag (an electronic prepayment system).

FAQs

What is an MOT Test?

An MOT test, or Ministry of Transport Test, is an essential annual vehicle check to assess roadworthiness and safety standards. It ensures all vehicles on UK roads are maintained to a certain standard, improving road safety standards in the process.

What Do I Do if My MOT is Overdue?

If your MOT is overdue you must book a test immediately. It is illegal to drive on public roads in and around the West Midlands without a valid MOT certificate.

You can book an MOT online today by entering your vehicle registration and postcode into our comparison site.

How Long Does an MOT Take?

An MOT usually takes between 45 and 60 minutes. Many garages offer an ‘MOT-while-you-wait’ service with waiting rooms and refreshments onsite.

If your car fails and needs extra repairs, it will take a lot longer. The test centre will be able to give you a time estimate based on the severity of your repairs.

How Early Can You Do an MOT?

You can book your MOT as early as you want, but most people choose to book it up to a month, minus a day, before the expiry date. This allows you to complete the same expiry date for the following year. For example, if your car was registered on the 1st of September, you could book your MOT between 2nd August and 1st September to keep the same expiry date.

If you book your MOT early, you get more time to fix any faults and ensure your car is still legal to drive on UK roads. However, if you book your MOT earlier than a month in advance, the expiry date will become the date of your most recent test.

What Do I Need to Take To An MOT Test?

You do not need to take anything except your car to an MOT test. The tester will use the DVSA database to find your existing MOT details and any other information they may need about your car.

You may wish to provide a locking wheel nut in case any repairs are needed to the wheels or tyres.