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Folkestone MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

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Marchwoods

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12-14 Highfield Ind Est, Warren Road, Folkestone, CT19 6DD

About Us

Marchwoods (Motor Engineers) are your local, independent garage in Folkestone. We offer MOT's, Servicing, Tyres, Brakes, Clutches, Air conditioning, Exhausts and more. All work carried out is covered by a FREE no quibble 1 year/12,000 mile warranty. Our technicians are highly skilled and offer high levels of maintenance and repair for your vehicle. We also offer FREE collection and delivery across Folkestone, Hythe, Hawkinge, Cheriton, Capel and surrounding areas, (subject to availability)

MOT£49.5

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4.91 (682 reviews)

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Customers rave about Marchwoods — friendly, helpful and trustworthy staff, consistently high-quality workmanship and clear communication are mentioned again and again. Reviewers also praise easy online booking, quick turnarounds, fair pricing and the convenient free collect‑and‑return service, with many long‑standing customers happy to return. Only minor gripes appear — very limited parking and the occasional request for a written checklist of work — but such comments are rare.

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Wilmoths Folkestone

Physical Garage

Foord Road, Folkestone, CT19 5AE

About Us

At Wilmoths, we're not just about helping you find the perfect vehicle – we're also dedicated to keeping your car running smoothly and safely for years to come. When you choose Wilmoths, you're choosing a partner that cares about your vehicle as much as you do. When it comes to servicing your vehicle, quality and expertise are paramount. Our team of highly skilled technicians is trained to handle a wide range of makes and models, ensuring that your car receives the attention it deserves. When you choose Wilmoths Car Dealership for your service and MOT needs, you're choosing a team that's committed to excellence. Our dedication to quality,

MOT£54.85

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4.76 (18 reviews)

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, with most reviewers awarding five stars and praising friendly, helpful staff and prompt, efficient service. Common strengths noted are good value for money, clear communication, convenient pick‑up/drop‑off and extras such as washes and fair MOT handling. There is one lone one‑star "Avoid!" comment with no details, so any shortcomings appear isolated rather than recurring.

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How to Book Your MOT in Folkestone

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After you book your Folkestone MOT, 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 Folkestone 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 Folkestone. 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 Folkestone in the process by comparing deals.

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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 the UK 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.

What is Tested In an MOT?

• Seats & Seat Belts
• Warning Lights
• Switches (position lamp, headlights, hazard lights)
• Windscreen Condition, Wipers & Washers
• Brake Controls
• Steering Wheel & Column
• Doors, Mirrors & Horn
• Speedometer & Driver Controls (Class 5 only)
• Licence Plates
• Lights & Licence Plate Lights
• Indicators & Hazard Lights
• Headlights & Aim
• Brake Lights, Fog Lights & Reflectors
• Wheels & Tyres
• Shock Absorbers
• Mirrors, Wiper Blades & Fuel Tank Cap
• Glazing (Class 5 only)
• Doors, Boot Lid, Loading Doors, Bonnet
• Towbars
• Bodywork Condition
• Chassis
• Brake System
• Exhaust & Fuel Systems
• Speed Limited (if applicable)
• Steering & Power Steering Components
• Suspension Components
• Fuel Tank
• Drive Shafts (if applicable)
• Emissions
• Wheel Bearings

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.