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Ilkeston MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
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Physical Garage
Unit F, Canal side,, Awsworth Road, Ilkeston, DE7 8JF
About Us
Our small team of highly-qualified staff have over 45 years of experience in the automotive industry, including main dealer experience from Peugeot and Honda. Whatever automotive services you require, from servicing and MOT tests to a complete engine rebuild, we have the technology and expertise to undertake it. We pride ourselves on our customer service, honesty and affordability.
MOTÂŁ45
4.97 (189 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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This family-run garage consistently earns praise for its friendly, welcoming atmosphere, honest pricing and thorough communication, with many customers highlighting quick turnarounds and staff going above and beyond, including offering courtesy cars and clear explanations of any work needed. Reviewers repeatedly mention feeling looked after rather than upsold, and several note they will return for future MOTs and servicing without hesitation. No notable weaknesses were raised across this year's reviews, suggesting a consistently strong experience for customers.
About Us
LOOK at our REVIEWS !! People matter to us as well as their cars. Response Auto Repair Centre â MOT Testing, Car Servicing and Repairs Excellent mechanics here to help you out and keep you moving a effectively as possible with an affordable costings. Experienced and trusted garage in Ilkeston over a decade and a family business. Welcome to Response Auto Repair Centre the leading independent auto repair centre in Ilkeston. Based less than a mile away from Ilkeston train station, we strive to provide superior customer service to the entire surrounding Ilkeston area. With over 30 yearsâ experience, we pride ourselves on being experts in mot
MOTÂŁ45
4.95 (482 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, trustworthy service and competitive pricing, with many loyal clients returning for years and enthusiastically recommending it to family and friends. The team receives particular acclaim for excellent communication, quick turnaround times, honest advice that avoids unnecessary work, and professional handling of MOTs and servicing. The overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights the garage's reliability, helpful staff, and straightforward booking process, with no weaknesses mentioned across the reviews.
About Us
Autoplus offer a range of garage services from MOT and servicing to general repairs. Our technicians have over 40 years experience. We always give honest advice and only perform work that is required. All removed parts are kept so we can show you why they needed replacing.
MOTÂŁ40
4.9 (252 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, trustworthy staff, clear communication, and excellent value for money, with many returning year after year and recommending it to family members. The collection and drop-off service is a particular favourite, noted by numerous reviewers as a genuinely convenient touch. One reviewer mentioned that clarity around a temporary location could have been improved, and a small number felt that invoice details, such as which service items had been completed, may benefit from being more clearly itemised.
Physical Garage
Derby Rd, Ilkeston, DE7 5FH
About Us
Please note: Collection and Delivery not available on Saturdays At your local Vertu dealership, we only use the latest technology and employ the very best highly trained technicians. This ensures we have the skills and equipment to diagnose any problem quickly, making your service or repair faster and cheaper. Our friendly service receptionists and technicians can offer advice on car servicing, MOTâs and repairs.
MOTÂŁ54.85
4.55 (68 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for professional, efficient service, with helpful staff and convenient features like video health checks and online booking. Several reviewers highlight good value through Book My Garage and appreciate cars being ready on time. One customer raised concerns about post-service support when their vehicle developed a fault shortly after servicing, suggesting communication around follow-up issues could be clearer, though initial teething problems with pricing were resolved promptly by staff.
Physical Garage
STATION ROAD, ILKESTON, DE7 5TB
About Us
SMITHS OF ILKESTON
MOTÂŁ45
4.75 (3 reviews)
Physical Garage
42-44 Heanor Road, Ilkeston, DE7 8DX
About Us
HIQ Ilkeston are car tyre specialists who stock leading tyre brands such as Goodyear, Dunlop, Fulda, Sava, Michelin, Pirelli and Bridgestone and also offers car servicing, MOT tests, exhausts, batteries and much more to keep your car in tip top condition.
MOTÂŁ54
2.75 (2 reviews)
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| Vehicle Make & Model | MOT |
|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta | ÂŁ35âÂŁ45 |
| Vauxhall Corsa | ÂŁ25âÂŁ45 |
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We have helped over 29.8 million drivers compare prices to book their MOT, servicing and repairs at local garages. In fact, when you compare garages in Ilkeston through our online comparison site, you can find the best value for you!
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 Ilkeston:
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How to Book Your MOT in Ilkeston
- Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
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- Pick a date and time for your appointment.
After you book your MOT in Ilkeston, 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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How Much Does an MOT in Ilkeston Cost?
According to data taken from bookings made through BookMyGarage.com, an MOT in Ilkeston costs £29.29 on average - more than £25.50 (47%) cheaper than the maximum UK MOT price of £54.85.
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Compare Ilkeston 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 Ilkeston. 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 find the best value for you on an MOT near you 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.
â Access Panels
â Battery
â Bonnet
â Bootlid
â Brake Pedal Antislip
â Break Glass Hammer*
â Doors (including hinges, catches and pillars)
â Door Open Warning Device*
â Dropsides
â Electrical Wiring
â Emergency Exist & Signs*
â Entrance Door Remote Control*
â Entrance/Exit Steps*
â Fuel Filler Cap
â Headlamp Cleaning or Levelling Devices (that don't need a headlight aim check)
â Horn
â Lamps (excluding headlight aim)
â Loading Door
â Main Beam 'Tell-Tale'
â Mirrors
â Rear Reflectors
â Registration Plates
â Seatbelts (not anchorages)
â Seatbelt Load Limiter
â Seatbelt Pre-Tensioner
â Seats
â Sharp Edges or Projections
â Stairs*
â Steering Wheel
â Tailboard
â Tailgate
â Trailer Electrical Sockets
â Towbars (excluding body around anchorage points)
â Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
â Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
â Windscreen Glass
â Windscreen Wipers
â Windscreen Washers
â 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.
â The MOT certificate from the previous year is still valid
â No âdangerousâ faults were recorded during the failure
You must not drive your car after a failed MOT if it doesnât meet the above requirements.
If your car is less than three years old, you do not need an MOT, but you can choose to book one if you wish.