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Bishop Auckland MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
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Physical Garage
9 Chester Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7LP
About Us
Signed up to Motor Industry Code of Practice. Listed on Approvedgarage. co . uk Autocare Garage approved.
MOT£50
4.92 (369 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, knowledgeable staff, honest pricing, and reliable workmanship, with many reviewers noting they have been loyal customers for years and would not consider going elsewhere. The straightforward booking process and prompt turnaround are frequently highlighted, and several customers specifically commend the team's transparency, including instances where unnecessary work was declined. A small number of reviewers mentioned that communication around collection and unexpected charges could benefit from being a little clearer, though these points are rare against an otherwise overwhelmingly positive picture.
Physical Garage
Binchester Lane Ends, Bishop Auckland, DL14 8AW
About Us
Welcome to ARC Binchester, your car repair workshop in Bishop Auckland & Newton Aycliffe Are you looking for a reliable partner you can entrust your vehicle to for maintenance or repair? Then you have come to the right place. Our car repair shop offers you instant full service and certified quality at affordable prices for all makes and models. Here are some insights into our daily work and our range of services. Our team will be happy to answer any questions you may have any time.
MOT£54.85
4.89 (140 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise the garage's friendly, helpful staff and excellent communication, with many highlighting the team's willingness to go above and beyond and provide clear explanations of work needed. The service is frequently described as efficient and professional, with competitive pricing, convenient collection and delivery options, and high-quality workmanship that leaves customers confident they've found their regular garage. Several reviewers specifically mention feeling reassured by the honest, transparent approach and note immediate improvements in their vehicles after work is completed.
Physical Garage
Unit 1 Union St, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7TB
About Us
We are Autoworks BA, a full-service garage dedicated to keeping your vehicle running at its best. Our technicians combine expert skills with top-quality parts and tools. We pride ourselves on honest advice, transparent pricing, and exceptional customer care. Trust us to handle all your maintenance and repair needs with professionalism and care. We can also offer 0% finance on all work undertaken totalling £200 or more.
MOT£54.85
5 (6 reviews)
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MOT Costs by Make
Live price ranges across our network of Bishop Auckland garages
| Vehicle Make & Model | MOT |
|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta1.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| Ford Fiesta1.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| Ford Fiesta2.5L+ | £50–£55 |
| Renault Clio1.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| Renault Clio1.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| Renault Clio2.5L+ | £50–£55 |
| Peugeot 1081.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| Vauxhall Corsa1.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| Vauxhall Corsa1.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| Vauxhall Corsa2.5L+ | £50–£55 |
| Volkswagen Golf1.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| Volkswagen Golf1.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| Volkswagen Golf2.5L+ | £50–£55 |
| Nissan Qashqai1.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| Nissan Qashqai1.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| Nissan Qashqai2.5L+ | £50–£55 |
| BMW X51.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| BMW X51.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| BMW X52.5L+ | £50–£55 |
| Audi A11.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| Audi A11.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| Toyota Aygo1.0–1.5L | £50–£55 |
| Toyota Aygo1.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| Hyundai Tucson1.6–2.4L | £50–£55 |
| Hyundai Tucson2.5L+ | £50–£55 |
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How to Book Your MOT in Bishop Auckland
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After you book your MOT in Bishop Auckland, 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.
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Compare Bishop Auckland 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 Bishop Auckland. 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 Bishop Auckland in the process by comparing deals.
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Frequently asked questions
You can book an MOT online today by entering your vehicle registration and postcode into our comparison site.
Class 4 covers all cars and light commercial vehicles registered in the UK.
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.
If you are caught on a public road without a valid MOT certificate, and you can’t meet the above criteria, you can be fined up to £1,000. There is a further £2,500 fine if your vehicle is found to be unroadworthy. You will also receive 3 points on your driving licence if it is deemed to be dangerous.
Driving without an MOT certificate also invalidates your car insurance. This brings an unlimited fine, potential disqualification from driving and 6-8 points on your licence.