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Edinburgh MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
£49.81
Average price for an MOT in Edinburgh
4.78★
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customer reviews for garages in Edinburgh
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Metro Auto Centre
Physical Garage
157/158, lower granton road, edinburgh, EH5 1EY
About Us
MOT Cars SERVICING, REPAIRS, TYRES, BRAKES, CLUTCHES and more.. Our garage is a friendly, local business run in the heart of Edinburgh that has 20 years of experience. Our business puts our customers first and that’s why we’re proud to offer extremely high standards of customer service, and workmanship on your car, you can see all our reviews online with Book My Garage. We provide realistic, affordable prices that won’t break your bank balance and that’s why we’re upfront and transparent with all work carried out on your car. For your convenience, we are open for six days a week from Monday to Saturday.
MOT£50
4.92 (505 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive about Metro Auto Centre, repeatedly praising fast, friendly and honest service, clear communication, easy online booking and fair pricing — many mention convenient drop‑off/collection arrangements and say they’d happily return or recommend the team, with some noting it feels especially reassuring for solo drivers and young women. A small minority reported problems: intermittent poor customer service, unexpected extra charges and occasional office/booking hiccups, so front‑desk consistency and billing transparency are the main areas for improvement.
Heriothill Garage
Physical Garage
18 MANDERSTON STREET, EDINBURGH, EH6 8LY
About Us
From our well-equipped premises on the edge of Leith, just a short distance from Edinburgh Old Town, we offer a range of services, including MOT tests, diagnostics and repairs. No matter what your vehicle requires, from a new section of exhaust to a complete suspension rebuild, we’ll be happy to help. Our factory trained team of technicians has extensive experience in the motor industry, guaranteeing you’ll always receive top quality customer service and workmanship. GERMAN CAR SPECIALIST
MOT£54.85
4.77 (136 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Heriothill Garage for friendly, approachable staff (Allan is frequently mentioned), quick MOTs and services, fair pricing and honest, transparent advice that makes many return and recommend them. Common strengths highlighted are short‑notice bookings, fast turnaround (often same‑day), clear quotes with no high‑pressure upsell, and competence across different vehicles including older classics. A minority of reviews note issues with inconsistent communication, occasional delays or incomplete handovers (one reviewer cited a parking fine) and a few complaints of rudeness or unresolved post‑service faults — these appear to be outliers but are worth being aware of.
Edinburgh Car Services
Physical Garage
33 Bankhead Terrace, Edinburgh, EH11 4DY
About Us
Edinburgh Car Services As an independent, family run business, we at EDINBURGH CAR SERVICES pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality of vehicle maintenance and repairs for our customers. With over 30 years’ combined experience we have a passion for the work we do, and only ever use the highest quality parts, products and treatments. But we know motoring is expensive and most of our customers would rather spend their hard earned money on something else, so within those parameters, we keep our prices to a minimum as much as possible. Of course, we also cater for petrol heads and enthusiasts who want to splash out on their cars, offeri
MOT£50
4.74 (156 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise the garage for fast, friendly and professional service, clear communication, competitive prices and convenient collection/drop‑off options. A few reviewers reported significant problems — long delays, unexpected extra charges or poor communication and cleanliness on rare occasions — so it’s worth checking estimated timings and costs if you’re on a tight schedule.
Notmans Auto Arch
Physical Garage
16 Gordon Street, Edinburgh, EH6 8NA
About Us
Notmans Auto Arch We deal with all automotive repairs with vast experience in all types of problems. We provide a clear diagnosis with services, repairs and MOT’s at competitive prices.
MOT£45
4.98 (77 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers rave about Notmans — friendly, knowledgeable staff (Gregor and Paul are named frequently), clear communication and honest, transparent pricing. Reviewers also praise fast, often same‑day turnarounds, dependable diagnostics and good value for money. Criticism is rare: a few slightly lower scores appear but there are no recurring complaints about workmanship or hidden extras.
VDrive Edinburgh
Physical Garage
18A Sunnyside, Leigh, Edinburgh, EH7 5RA
About Us
We are a car mechanic business based in Edinburgh offering various services. Our focus is on honest advice, quality workmanship, and personal attention to every customer, ensuring your vehicle receives the care it deserves. Full Car Service Electric Services Car Diagnostics Chip Tuning Key Programming
MOT£54.85
5 (8 reviews)
West Craigs Garage
Physical Garage
Unit 5A West Ind Est, Edinburgh, EH12 0BD
About Us
MOT and Service work for any Make and Model General Vehicle Repairs Over 20 Years Experience
MOT£49.99
4.97 (25 reviews)
Fairdeal Autos (Edinburgh)
Physical Garage
1 Fords Road, Chesser, Edinburgh, EH11 3HP
About Us
Fairdeal Autos is part of the International Bosch Service network. We have been trading for over 20 years and possess a wide variety of knowledge and expertise in our field. We keep on improving and exceed our customer expectations which is self evident from our vast loyal customer base. We look forward to helping and servicing your every vehicle need.
MOT£39
4.93 (34 reviews)
Reviews Summary
AI Generated
Customers repeatedly praise the garage for friendly, helpful staff, fast turnaround and clear communication throughout repairs and MOTs. Many reviewers highlight fair prices, good value and the team’s flexibility to fit jobs in at short notice, while a few mention minor drawbacks such as occasional appointment delays, parking difficulties and a broken waiting‑room heater, plus isolated concerns about repair costs or checking service completeness.
Prestige Motors Co
Physical Garage
1a Bankhead Crossway South, Edinburgh, EH11 4EX
About Us
At Prestige Motor Co, we offer a comprehensive car service in Edinburgh to make sure your car is in full working order. Servicing your car not only offers you peace of mind while driving, but it can also help retain value of the car. Buyers often look for a full service history, and we are are sure you do too when you are purchasing a vehicle. Regular servicing ensures that the car is being looked after and that there is nothing massively wrong with it that could come back to bite you. From engine checks, to brakes and steering and everything in between, a car service is often made up of over 50 checks to make sure that your vehicle is safe t
MOT£54.85
4.9 (27 reviews)
Auto-Technical Edinburgh Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 5, 29 Bankhead Terrace, Edinburgh, EH11 4DY
About Us
At Auto Technical Edinburgh we aim for dealership quality at an affordable price.
MOT£50
4.83 (42 reviews)
Reviews Summary
AI Generated
Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for prompt, friendly service and fair pricing, with many five‑star reviews and strong recommendations. Common strengths are quick booking and turnaround, clear communication (including WhatsApp/out‑of‑hours contact), approachable staff and reliable repairs from MOTs to clutches and gearboxes. A small minority complained about lack of post‑service explanations or unresolved noises, and a few suggested a waiting/hospitality area or noted minor admin oversights such as not resetting oil‑life indicators.
Signature Autos Edinburgh
Physical Garage
8 Bankhead, Crossway South, Edinburgh, EH11 4EP
About Us
At signature autos here we offer many services * Mots * Servicing * Diagnostics * All Minor or Major mechanical repairs * Panel beating and Painting * Used Car Sales We are an independent family run business with over 20 years experience in the motor trade We have a quick turnaround and can also arrange collection and drop off of your vehicle
MOT£54.85
4.74 (29 reviews)
Reviews Summary
AI Generated
Customers are overwhelmingly positive, frequently praising quick, professional MOTs and services, friendly staff and the convenient collection/drop‑off option. Common strengths mentioned are clear communication, fast sourcing and fitting of parts, good value and often same‑day turnaround. A minority flagged weaknesses — delayed repairs, poor follow‑up or missing paperwork (for example oil‑life resets or advisory sheets) and intermittent lack of updates — so it’s advisable to confirm completion and documentation up front.
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**as of January 27th 2026
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Spotlight: Edinburgh Car Services - Edinburgh's Gold Tier Garage
At BookMyGarage, our Gold Tier garages are handpicked for their exceptional service and technical excellence.
Located on Bankhead Terrace, Edinburgh Car Services is a shining example of what it means to be a Gold Tier garage on our site.
With over 30 years of combined experience, this independent, family-run business brings decades of knowledge to every MOT test.
Using high quality parts, treatments, and products, your car will be treated to a high standard of care at an affordable price.
As an RMI member that is on the IMI professional register, you can expect a high standard of quality from this Gold Tier garage.
Plus, their 12-month parts and labour warranty can bring you the peace of mind you deserve.
With a 4.74/5 rating from over 155 verified reviews on BookMyGarage*, you can expect clear communication from this Gold Tier garage.
*as of January 27th 2026
All information correct as of January 27th 2026.
What is the BookMyGarage Tier System?
Our Tier Program is designed to help drivers like you find garages in your area.
These garages must meet and maintain criteria relating to:
- Verified customer reviews - volume and score
- Communication and transparency
- Value for money
- Ongoing compliance with our service standards
When you book with one of these garages, you'll know you're booking with one of the most skilled teams on our site.
What Local Drivers Think About Edinburgh Car Services
"Convenient, friendly , efficient [...]" - Paul, from a verified review, left December 6th 2025
"Excellent service for an MOT [...]" - Bilen, from a verified review, left November 10th 2025
"Wonderful experience. Did the job on time [...]" - Richard, from a verified review, left October 2nd 2025
All review snippets are taken from verified reviews left for Edinburgh Car Services through BookMyGarage.com.
Each of these reviews is checked by a member of our team, validating the vehicle registration used and matching it against completed bookings, wherever possible, to ensure it has been left by a real customer of the garage.
MOT Pricing in Edinburgh
| MOT Price Category | Price | Details |
| Average (Standalone) | £49 | The typical cost of an MOT when booked on its own, across Edinburgh garages listed on our platform. |
| Cheapest (Standalone) | £39 | The cheapest price garages around Edinburgh charge for an MOT booked on its own. |
| Best Deal When Combined with a Service | £19 | Many garages offer discounted MOTs when booked alongside a full or major service, including our featured Gold Tier garage. |
All prices accurate as of January 27th 2026 for a 2.1l BMW 3 Series. Local MOT Centres regularly update pricing information, so data is to be used for representative purposes only.
Whether you need a quick MOT or want to combine it with your annual car service for further convenience, BookMyGarage is here to help you compare prices and find the best deal for your needs.
Browse verified customer reviews on our site so that you can book with confidence knowing you don’t have to pay until the work is complete.
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