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Brighton MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

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Patcham Garage

Physical Garage

41 OLD LONDON ROAD, PATCHAM, BRIGHTON, BN1 8XR

Gold Tier Garage

About Us

We are well established, third generation family run MOT and service station. We also specialize in brakes, exhausts, suspension, steering and batteries & general repairs. Located in the easily accessible village of Patcham in the north of Brighton close to the main A23 and A27.

MOT£50

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4.85 (1017 reviews)

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Reviews overwhelmingly praise Patcham Garage for friendly, reliable and efficient work, with frequent mention of clear communication, quick turnaround and fair pricing. Many customers value the helpful reception team, easy online booking and trustworthy advice, and several note they’ve been loyal for years or would happily recommend the garage. A minority report issues — occasional booking hiccups, surprise charges or non‑itemised receipts, and one serious complaint about an oil service — but these problems appear infrequent compared with the largely positive feedback.

Autohub Autocentres (Brighton) Ltd Logo

Autohub Autocentres (Brighton) Ltd

Physical Garage

Unit B8/9, Hollingbury Ent Estate, Crowhurst Road, Brighton, BN1 8AF

Top Tier Garage

About Us

With extensive experience spanning several years and a wide range of services offered throughout Sussex and its neighboring areas, Autohub Autocentres (Brighton) is the ultimate choice for car repairs. Our Brighton garage ensures that customers can't go wrong when they entrust their vehicles to us. Our innovative workshop concept surpasses the convenience offered by traditional facilities. With 24/7 drop-off and collection services, your busy schedule becomes more manageable, thanks to our flexible approach. Approving any necessary work is as simple as a phone call, text message, or email, and payments can be effortlessly made through our Wo

MOT£54.85

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4.72 (1062 reviews)

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Most customers are very positive, praising efficient, good‑value work, quick turnaround, helpful staff and clear video/text updates plus the convenient key‑drop lockers. Common criticisms focus on the lack of human contact — poor phone/callback availability and an impersonal automated system — alongside occasional delays, trouble locating cars on collection and a few reports of unsatisfactory or incorrect repairs. The reviews overall lean favourable with many repeat clients and five‑star ratings, but a minority of serious complaints shows the automated approach can sometimes undermine communication and quality.

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T Reeve & Son LTD

Physical Garage

Fairways Industrial Estate, Mouslecoomb Way, Brighton, BN2 4PB

Silver Tier Garage

About Us

Welcome to T Reeve & Son – Your Local Family Garage in Brighton Hi! We’re T Reeve & Son, a family-run garage that’s been part of Brighton since 1869. We started out as a coach-building business over 150 years ago, and we’ve grown into a modern garage while still keeping that same family feel and friendly service. We offer a wide range of garage services, including: MOTs & Servicing – We’ll keep your car running smoothly and safely. Body repairs and smart repairs – From little scratches to bigger bumps, we can get your car looking like new again. Mechanical work – Need help with brakes, clutches, air con, cambelts or wheel alignment? We'v

MOT£45

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4.52 (203 reviews)

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The vast majority of reviewers praise T Reeve & Son for fast, friendly and professional work — frequent highlights are quick MOTs, easy online booking, helpful collect/drop‑off service and competitive pricing. A small number of customers criticised poor communication, unexpected or inflated charges (including one serious allegation about a mechanic), occasional long waits from the drop‑off/no‑appointment system and limited parking. Despite those isolated issues, most people recommend the garage and describe it as reliable, good value and personable.

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HiQ Tyres and Autocare Portslade

Physical Garage

Unit 1, William Street, William Street, Portslade, BN41 1PZ

About Us

Welcome to HiQ Tyres & Autocare Portslade, where we take pride in offering expert automotive services for both cars and light commercial vehicles, with facilities to accommodate vehicles up to 5 tonnes. Our team of skilled technicians are dedicated to ensuring your vehicle is in top condition, providing trusted advice and exceptional care. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including MOT testing for Classes 4, 5, and 7, as well as servicing options such as Manufacturer services whilst under warranty, Major service, Full service, and Interim services. From routine maintenance like oil and filter changes to essential repairs for brakes

MOT£54.85

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4.95 (70 reviews)

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Friendly, knowledgeable staff and clear communication are repeatedly praised, with customers noting quick turnarounds, easy online booking and reliable, no‑hard‑sell advice. Many commend fair, competitive pricing, emergency or short‑notice fitting, and the team's ability to source and fit tyres promptly, which makes people happy to return and recommend the garage. Negatives are rare — a few mention personal financial strain affecting perceived value for money and one lighthearted gripe about the complimentary coffee — but these do little to dent the overwhelmingly positive feedback.

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Elite Garages - Brighton

Physical Garage

46 Highcroft Villas, Brighton, BN1 5PT

About Us

Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and over 300 employees. Elite Garages is a family-run company covering the whole of the South and South East of England. The company recently celebrated 50 years in business. Elite are not owned in any way by any tyre manufacturer and therefore can offer the best unbiased, professional advice and bring value for money from top leading brands through to economy brands. We are able to meet all your tyre requirements including run flats, motor sport, track day, high performance, off road, 4×4, budget, winter and

MOT£54.85

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4.72 (58 reviews)

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, praising speedy, efficient MOTs and services, clear communication and knowledgeable, honest staff who offer good value. Recurring strengths are quick turnarounds, helpful explanations and accommodating booking practices; occasional weaknesses cited are brusque reception or unfriendly interactions, booking/wait-time hiccups and rare administrative slip‑ups (for example discounts not applied or warning lights left unreset).

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John Moore Auto Repairs Ltd

Physical Garage

Unit 3 St Mark Mews, 5 St Marks Street, Brighton, BN2 5JG

About Us

We can service all makes and models of vehicles, generally at a far more reasonable price then a mainstream car dealer. The MOT test centre is on site, so we can usually ensure a prompt turnaround on any repairs that are necessary for your vehicle to pass its’ MOT. All work performed is of the highest quality and whatever the problem with your vehicle, our highly-trained technicians will be able to correct the fault efficiently, using diagnostic equipment and the latest tools.

MOT£54.85

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4.95 (47 reviews)

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Reviewers rave about John Moore Autos, with almost every customer calling John friendly, honest and reliable and awarding top marks. Praise centres on clear communication, speedy turnaround, fair competitive pricing and helpful extras like collection and return for MOTs and services. No consistent negatives emerge—only occasional comments that the garage can be busy or that some customers travel further than they’d like to access his trusted service.

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Hendy Renault/Dacia Brighton

Physical Garage

Carden Avenue, Hollingbury, Brighton, BN1 8LW

About Us

At Hendy dealerships across the South of England, we offer everything aftersales. We want you to enjoy many years of happy motoring. We understand the importance of keeping your vehicle on the road and how much you rely on your chosen means of transportation, which is why our comprehensive aftersales offering ensures that we treat your vehicle as if it's our own.

MOT£54.85

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3.88 (10 reviews)

Whether you're navigating the vibrant city of Brighton or visiting the coastal towns of Hove, Lewes, or Worthing, ensuring your car passes its MOT is vital.

You need a safe and roadworthy car to keep your life moving. Fortunately, local MOT centres in Brighton offer thorough inspections, checking everything from brakes and tyres to lights and emissions to help you do just that.

Whether you're just commuting to work or off to explore the city's lively atmosphere, trust Brighton's MOT centres to keep your vehicle in top shape.

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Why Use BookMyGarage to Book an MOT in Brighton?

We've helped UK drivers compare prices for MOT, servicing and car repairs 23.7 million times – and when you compare local MOT centres through our online comparison site, you can be sure you’re booking the best deal!

When you need a trustworthy MOT centre in Brighton, we’ll help you find it. Garages' reviews are verified and unfiltered, allowing you to make an informed choice - and every garage sets and updates their prices themselves, so you’ll never pay more than you expect (unless you agree to additional repair work with them directly).

Here are some of the other ways we’ll help you choose your perfect test centre:

 

Filter Garages Your Way. Whether you want to book a cheap MOT in Brighton or care more about the garage’s reviews, we’ve got you covered. You can filter your search results by price, reviews & ratings, distance, availability and additional services to find the best deal for your needs.

Convenient Extra Services. If you usually struggle to find time to take your car into a garage for its MOT or service, you can relax with BookMyGarage. Many garages on our online comparison site offer Vehicle Collection and Delivery, Customer Drop-Off & Loan Car services. These can be the helping hand you need to make your life a little bit easier.

24/7 Online Booking. When you need an MOT in Brighton, you want to book it as soon as possible. You don’t want to wait around for the MOT centre to open so you can call up and get it sorted - and with BookMyGarage, you don’t have to. We allow you to make your appointment day or night, even when they're closed.

Transparent Prices. Every MOT centre 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.

 

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 your MOT and book the best deal today.

 

How to Book Your MOT in Brighton

  1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
  2. Compare deals. You can sort garages in Brighton 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 test, 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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Why not add a car service to your MOT booking? Save yourself time and money with an MOT & service appointment in Brighton. Plus, you'll improve your car's resale value and decrease your running costs at the same time.

 

Mobile MOT in Brighton

While a mobile mechanic can't complete an MOT on your driveway, they can make your life easier by transporting your car to a local test centre and returning it once the test is complete. Plus, if your vehicle needs repair work, they may be able to complete this at a time and place that best suits you to make your life as easy as possible.

Book a mobile MOT near you through BookMyGarage today.

 

Compare MOT Garages in Brighton & Book an Appointment Before Your Expiry Date to Avoid a Fine

Is your car due an MOT? If the answer is yes, then you must book an appointment at a local MOT centre before the expiry date. The MOT is a legal requirement for all vehicles aged 3+ and checks whether it meets the road safety and environmental standards.

You will be prosecuted if caught driving on the roads around Brighton when your MOT has expired. The only exception to this rule is if you are driving it to a garage for MOT repairs or to a pre-booked MOT test.

Make sure you avoid the risk of missing your test date by booking your MOT well in advance using our comparison tool; the cost will vary for each garage so this is a great way to save money and ensure you are booking the best deal.

Enter your vehicle reg and postcode to compare instant prices and book the best deal on your MOT in Brighton with BookMyGarage.

 

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

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 Brighton without a valid MOT certificate.

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

Do I Have to Pay for an MOT Retest?

An MOT retest is free if your car fails on one or more of the areas listed below and the repair(s) is completed within 1 working day.

● Access Panels
● Battery
● Bonnet
● Bootlid
● Brake Pedal Antislip
● Break Glass Hammer*
● Doors (including hinges, catches and pillars)
● Door Open Warning Device*
● Dropsides
● Electrical Wiring
● Emergency Exist & Signs*
● Entrance Door Remote Control*
● Entrance/Exit Steps*
● Fuel Filler Cap
● Headlamp Cleaning or Levelling Devices (that don't need a headlight aim check)
● Horn
● Lamps (excluding headlight aim)
● Loading Door
● Main Beam 'Tell-Tale'
● Mirrors
● Rear Reflectors
● Registration Plates
● Seatbelts (not anchorages)
● Seatbelt Load Limiter
● Seatbelt Pre-Tensioner
● Seats
● Sharp Edges or Projections
● Stairs*
● Steering Wheel
● Tailboard
● Tailgate
● Trailer Electrical Sockets
● Towbars (excluding body around anchorage points)
● Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
● Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
● Windscreen Glass
● Windscreen Wipers
● Windscreen Washers
● Wheels and Tyres**
*Class 5 Only
**Excluding Motorcycles & motorcycles with sidecar

If the repair is completed within 10 working days, either by the original garage or elsewhere and then you return to the original garage for a retest, you only need to pay for a partial MOT retest. This costs less than the full fee.

If you complete the repairs yourself and choose to take your car into a different test centre, you will need to pay for the full test again.

Why Do MOT Tests Include an Exhaust Emissions Test?

The MOT test includes an exhaust emissions test to ensure that your vehicle’s engine is operating efficiently and producing minimal air pollution. It is part of an international effort to reduce the effects of harmful carbon emissions on the planet.

If your vehicle fails the exhaust emissions test or doesn’t have enough fuel to sit this test, the tester must record an automatic MOT failure.