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Paignton MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
£52.43
Average price for an MOT in Paignton
4.91★
average rating based on customer feedback.
145
customer reviews for garages in Paignton
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Physical Garage
Unit 11, Torbay Business Park, Woodview Road, Paignton, TQ4 7HP
About Us
Specialising in all makes and models, from Cars to Vans. Torbay, Motec South West Ltd should be your first choice for repairing any faults affecting the running of your vehicle. Our trusted and experienced garage in Paignton is renowned in Devon for offering competitive prices on all our services that we complete. Whether you drive a car, van, truck or a motor home, when you bring your vehicle down to Motec South West our team can conduct Class 4, 5 and 7 MOT testing. Along with conducting MOT testing to the required standard in-house in our state of the art facilities, our highly trained team can also complete vital vehicle repairs, servici
MOT£50
4.81 (143 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for friendly, helpful staff and quick, professional service, with many highlighting efficient MOT work and responsive communication. Long-term clients appreciate the team's willingness to go the extra mile, such as accommodating urgent repairs to meet customer schedules. One reviewer noted that Blue Light Card holder benefits advertised online were not available in practice, suggesting promotional details could be clearer.
Physical Garage
Rear Workshop, Hyde Park Corner Garage, Hyde Road, Paignton, TQ4 5BW
About Us
PH Motors -Owned By Paul Hobbs PH Motors Torbay is a trusted, community‑focused garage located in the heart of Paignton. The team prides itself on delivering outstanding customer care and quality workmanship, whether you’re running a fleet of 20 vans or simply need reliable servicing for the family car. Their goal is simple: provide the best service and value for money to every customer. Conveniently situated next to Victoria Park, PH Motors offers an easy and enjoyable experience while your vehicle is being worked on. Customers can take a stroll through the park or head into town for a coffee or some shopping. For longer repairs, the gara
MOT£54.85
5 (2 reviews)
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How to Book Your MOT in Paignton
- Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
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- Pick a date and time for your appointment.
After you book your Paignton 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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How Much Does an MOT in Paignton Cost?
According to data taken from bookings made through BookMyGarage.com, the average cost of an MOT in Paignton is £39.38. This works out nearly £15.50 (28%) cheaper than the maximum UK MOT price of £54.85.
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Compare Paignton 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 Paignton. 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.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
You can book an MOT online today by entering your vehicle registration and postcode into our comparison site.
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.
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.
You may wish to provide a locking wheel nut in case any repairs are needed to the wheels or tyres.
● The MOT certificate from the previous year is still valid
● No ‘dangerous’ faults were recorded during the failure
You must not drive your car after a failed MOT if it doesn’t meet the above requirements.