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Margate MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

£51.28

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4.93

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Westwood Service Centre Ltd

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Unit 3-4 Goodwin Park, Continental Approach, Westwood Industrial Estate, Margate, CT9 4HX

Top Tier Garage

About Us

Westwood Service Centre is one of Thanet's most established vehicle service centres - aiming to provide a main dealer service at local garage prices. We are one of a select few AA Platinum+/RAC approved garages in the UK. Our workshop staff have many years' experience and are trained to the latest standards, giving you the assurance and confidence that your vehicle is in very safe hands.

MOT£49

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4.9 (317 reviews)

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Praise is consistent for friendly, trustworthy staff, clear communication, easy online booking and a convenient free collection/drop‑off service, with many customers highlighting good value, quick turnaround and thoughtful extras like complimentary coffee. A handful of reviewers mention practical drawbacks — tight parking, poor signage and occasional delays or isolated problems with MOT handling/communication — but these negatives are infrequent compared with the overwhelmingly positive feedback.

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KENT GARAGE SERVICES MOT CENTRE

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J1E, Westwood Industrial Estate, Channel Road, Westwood, CT9 4JS

About Us

At Kent Garage Services, we understand the importance of maintaining your vehicle to protect variable components that will help extend its lifespan. Our car garage in Margate provides a wide range of services to keep your car in top condition. Our comprehensive range of services include diagnostics, brakes, MOTs, and more. At Kent Garage Service, we prioritise the safety and performance of your vehicle and ensure that it is roadworthy all year round.

MOT£54.85

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4.99 (29 reviews)

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Customers repeatedly praise the garage for friendly, professional and trustworthy staff who deliver quick, efficient MOTs and servicing. Frequent highlights are fast turnaround, reasonable prices, easy online booking and clear communication, with no recurring complaints suggesting any notable weaknesses.

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Alexandra Garage

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Unit 5, Goodwin Park, Continental Approach,, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4HX

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GENERAL SERVICING AND REPAIRS, Mot, Service, Brakes, Clutch, Air Conditioning, Wheel Alignment, Tyres, Exhaust, Diagnostic, Health check, Etc. We offer a full range of vehicle maintenance and repair services, including: MOT Testing Body Shop Repairs Lights and Electrical Diagnostics Engine Oil Level Checks and Oil Changes Automatic Transmission Fluid Replacement Battery and Cable Inspections/Replacements Belt Inspections and Replacements Dashboard Warning Light Diagnostics At ALEXANDRA MOTORS, our experienced and qualified technicians perform a comprehensive inspection of your vehicle to ensure it meets road safety and environmental

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4.89 (46 reviews)

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive about Alexandra Garage, frequently praising friendly, helpful staff, fast MOTs and repairs, and fair prices. Reviewers regularly mention punctuality, clear communication, good workmanship, a comfortable waiting area (and occasional collection/return service), and value-for-money that inspires recommendations. Only a single detailed negative report cites an incomplete “full service” and extra charges, but formal complaints are rare.

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Why Use BookMyGarage to Book Your MOT in Margate?

We have helped over 23.6 million drivers compare prices to book their MOT, servicing and repairs at local garages. In fact, when you compare garages in Margate through our online comparison site, you can save up to 70% when you choose one of the lower-cost options!

As one of the UK’s leading MOT and service comparison sites, 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 Margate:

 

No Upfront Payment. You never enter any payment details when you book your MOT in Margate. We never charge you any fees to use our site and you always pay the garage directly after the appointment.

Transparent Prices. Garages on our comparison site always set and update their 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 the garage.

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Plenty of Choice. We may recommend certain garages depending on your location or the product you select, but you always have the final say. There are thousands of fast-fit, independent and franchised garages on our online comparison site, so you’re able to see all your options and choose the best local garage for you.

 

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 an MOT in Margate and book the best deal today.

 

How to Book Your MOT in Margate

  1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
  2. Compare deals. You can sort garages in your area 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 MOT in Margate, 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 Margate. Plus, you'll improve your car's resale value and decrease your running costs at the same time.

 

Compare Margate 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 Margate. 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 Margate 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 and around Margate without a valid MOT certificate.

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

How Much is an MOT?

An MOT can cost as much as £54.85, but many test centres set their prices lower to encourage more customers to choose them. While you can pay less than £54.85 for a class 4 test, you will never pay more as it is a fixed upper limit as set by the UK Government.

Class 4 covers all cars and light commercial vehicles registered in the UK.

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.

When is it Legal to Drive Without an MOT Certificate?

It is only legal to drive without a valid MOT certificate if you are on your way to a pre-booked MOT test or to have the failed defects fixed. If you are stopped by the police, you must be able to prove that you have a booked appointment and confirm it with the test centre or garage.

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.

 

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