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Poole MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
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4.8★
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Hamworthy Car Centre
Physical Garage
1 rigler road, hamworthy, Poole, BH15 4BN
About Us
Hamworthy Car Centre are an independent garage in Hamworthy Poole we are on the approach road to the twin sails lifting bridge. We have been established since 1992 and are a family run Business. We have our own onsite workshop with Fully Qualified Main Dealer Trained technicians for your piece of mind.
MOT£50
4.82 (35 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, repeatedly praising friendly, professional and honest service for MOTs and servicing, clear communication, easy online booking, good value and helpful staff who often go above and beyond (courtesy cars and quick turnarounds are frequently mentioned). The only recurring negatives are restrictive opening hours (closing around 5pm) and an occasional third‑party booking mix‑up, but most reviews say it’s worth travelling to and they would happily recommend the family‑run garage.
M3Autos
Physical Garage
10 Broom Road, Poole, Bournemouth, BH12 4NL
About Us
M3Autos
MOT£45
4.77 (45 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise M3 Autos for friendly, professional staff, quick turnaround and excellent value, with many singling out the convenient collection/drop‑off service and clear, jargon‑free communication. Reviews repeatedly highlight speedy same‑day MOTs and services, honest pricing and technicians who explain repairs and options. A minority flagged problems — missed or confusing bookings, a lack of detail about work carried out (including unfilled service books), and one instance of discourteous staff — suggesting occasional inconsistency in customer experience.
Rentech Garage Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 22, Holton Road, Poole, BH16 6LT
About Us
Welcome to Rentech Garage Ltd in Poole. We are a local, independent garage, serving Poole, Wareham and the surrounding area. We are a Bosch Car Service Centre which means all parts fitted come with a nationwide 12000 mile or 12 month guarantee (whichever is sooner).
MOT£39.95
4.67 (29 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive about Rentech, praising fast, professional and friendly staff, clear communication, an immaculate workshop and reassuring video reports of work carried out. The main downsides mentioned are booking and collection hiccups—often between Rentech and the third‑party booking service—occasional confusing advisory wording, and a few isolated workmanship issues (one missed collection that led to an expired MOT and a return visit for faulty plugs). With many five‑star reviews and repeated recommendations, most people say they would use or recommend the garage despite these occasional problems.
Penton Poole
Physical Garage
79 Sterte Avenue West, Poole, BH15 2AL
About Us
Welcome to Penton Citroen Poole, family owned for over 30 years, we have a track record of excellence. Here at Penton, we are driven to give you the best value-for-money servicing deals. Whatever your question or feedback we are here to help.
MOT£54.85
4.62 (41 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, with many five‑star ratings and repeat custom reflecting high satisfaction. Frequent strengths mentioned are friendly, helpful staff, clear communication, good value and efficient turnaround (often including a valet and convenient collection/delivery). Common weaknesses are occasional booking or pre‑service communication hiccups, some delayed collections and a few isolated workmanship issues (eg. tyre pressure, brake noise or leaks) and a desire for clearer paperwork about what was done.
Sandown Mercedes Van Centre
Physical Garage
Unit K The Fulcrum, Vantage Way, Poole, BH12 4NU
About Us
With over 40 years of experience in selling and servicing Mercedes-Benz and smart vehicles, we pride ourselves on being experts in this iconic brand. Our simple goal is to continue to deliver award-winning service from each of our retailers throughout Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset and Wiltshire. This van centre is a 12,000 sq ft building equipped with the latest technology and infrastructure, far beyond the current Mercedes-Benz requirements, to ensure that we are able to cater to your every need.
MOT£54.85
4.39 (14 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Most reviewers praise the garage for friendly, polite staff, efficient MOTs and repairs, and a comfortable waiting area with free hot drinks. Many customers highlight quick turnaround on vans, helpful technicians (one named Brad) and good value, with several explicitly recommending the place. A minority, however, report serious communication failures — cancelled appointments, missed callbacks, long delays — and one customer faced a week-long wait and a £900 bill.
Hendy Fiat Vauxhall Poole
Physical Garage
400 Poole Rd, Branksome,, Poole, BH12 1DD
About Us
At Hendy dealership across the South of England, we offer everything aftersales. We want you to enjoy many years of happy motoring. We understand the importance of keeping your vehicle on the road and how much you rely on your chosen means of transportation, which is why our comprehensive aftersales offering ensures that we treat your vehicle as if it's our own.
MOT£54.85
4.39 (9 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Most customers are highly positive, praising friendly, helpful staff, clear explanations of costs and work, and professional MOTs and services. Many reviews highlight good communication and being kept updated during repairs, with several people saying they'd return or recommend the garage. A few minor weaknesses recur — a confusing website/booking process, limited parking on arrival, and one complaint about poor telephone responsiveness.
Elite Garages Poole
Physical Garage
1 Fernside road, Poole, BH15 2QT
About Us
About Elite Garages Elite Garages are one of the south’s leading independent tyre, MOT, car service and forecourt operators with over 300 employees. Click here to see our latest vacancies Elite Garages operate from 18 fast-fit locations covering the whole of the south and south east England. Recently the company celebrated 60 years in business. We have grown as a family business, with 3 generations working together. From humble beginnings at a petrol station in High Wycombe, Elite Garages can proudly claim to be one of the leading fast fit retailers in the country and through it’s membership of Group Tyre represents in excess of 15% of the
MOT£48
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Nestled on the stunning Dorset coast, Poole is a town that blends maritime heritage with modern living.
From the historic Poole Quay to the golden sands of Sandbanks Beach, Poole offers a vibrant backdrop for locals and visitors alike.
Being a place where community and craftsmanship are key, it’s no wonder that this same spirit drives local garages to provide a quality service.
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Spotlight: MTS Motors Ltd - Poole's Gold Tier Garage
MTS Motors Ltd stands out as a Gold Tier garage on our site – and for good reason.
Established in 1991, MTS Motors is a family-run independent garage with a reputation built on decades of technical expertise and customer-first service.
Specialising in French vehicles – like Citroën, Peugeot and Renault – they also cater to all popular passenger and light commercial vehicles. MTS Motors also supports NHS and key workers with loan cars (which you can call to arrange).
They are Trading Standards Approved and part of the Auto Care network, reinforcing their commitment to quality and ethical service.
The Gold Tier garages on our site are handpicked for their exceptional standards, customer loyalty and consistent delivery of high-quality service.
With a near-perfect rating of 4.83/5 from over 325 verified reviews on BookMyGarage*, customers consistently praise the MTS Motors team’s professionalism and communication.
For all these reasons and more, you’ll be glad you booked your MOT with this Gold Tier garage.
*as of August 26th 2025
All information correct as of August 26th 2025.
About Our Tier System
BookMyGarage’s Garage Tier Program is designed to help drivers identify the most reliable and high-performing garages in their area. Garages are evaluated on:
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Only garages that consistently meet and maintain these high standards are awarded Tier status, ensuring drivers can book with confidence.
What Local Drivers Think About MTS Motors Ltd
“No bells or whistles, just good straightforward customer service and workmanship. Very pleased” – Roz, verified review, left July 30th 2025
“Great service from a super team. Only started using MTS in the last 12 months for both my car and my Wife's. In every instance I can't fault the service [...]” – Ian, from a verified review, left July 25th 2025
“We have been MTS customers for over 25 years and will never go anywhere else! There are not enough stars to adequately rate how much we value Keith and his team - they are simply the best! […]” – Somer, from a verified review, left June 6th 2025
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