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Poole MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
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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 (34 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Hamworthy Car Centre for being professional, friendly and trustworthy. Reviewers frequently highlight easy online booking, clear communication, quick turnaround, fair pricing, courtesy cars and a personable family-run approach. Few negatives appear — mainly restrictive 5pm closing times and an isolated third‑party booking mix‑up — otherwise complaints are rare.
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 praise the garage for fast, friendly and honest work, competitive prices and a convenient collection/drop-off service, with many noting clear communication and quick MOTs and services. Frequent strengths include helpful staff (several reviewers name Luke), speedy turnaround and good value; a minority report booking issues, an unexpected price change or a lack of detailed explanation and missing service‑book entries.
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 overwhelmingly praise Rentech — most reviews are five stars, highlighting fast, efficient turnaround and friendly, helpful staff. Common strengths are clear communication, an immaculate workshop, reassuring video reports of work, convenient collection/drop‑off and good value for money. A minority note issues: booking/confirmation mix‑ups (often via Bookmygarage), one serious missed collection that caused an MOT lapse, and occasional confusing advisory wording or minor post‑service faults.
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 most giving high ratings for friendly, helpful staff, clear communication and good value for money. Commonly praised strengths are efficient, timely work, clean/valeted cars on return and an easy booking/collection service. Few reviewers reported weaknesses — occasional pre‑service communication lapses, delivery delays or cancellations, and a small number of serious workmanship issues (brake noise, a leak) that affected individual customers.
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 customers praise friendly, polite staff, quick and efficient servicing (particularly for vans and Mercedes), affordable MOTs and pleasant on-site comforts like free tea, coffee and a tidy waiting area. A minority of reviews report serious communication failures — missed callbacks, cancelled appointments and one costly repair (£900) — indicating occasional inconsistency in customer liaison and billing that potential customers should note.
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
4.31 (8 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Most reviewers praise the garage for professional, friendly service, clear explanations of work and costs, and regular updates including detailed MOT and health checks. A minority raised issues: difficulties getting staff to answer the phone despite prompts, a confusing online booking process with no service-plan option, and limited parking on arrival.
MOT Testing in Poole - Local Garages, No Upfront Payment
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.
Enter your reg and postcode to book an MOT at a skilled local garage, so that you can continue exploring all that Poole has to offer, without worrying about your car’s health.
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*as of August 26th 2025
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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:
- Verified customer reviews – volume and score
- Communication and transparency
- Value for money
- Ongoing compliance with our service standards
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
BookMyGarage is here to help you compare prices and find a great deal – whether you’re looking to book a standalone MOT or combining it with your annual car service for further convenience.
Read through the verified customer reviews on our site, knowing you don’t have to pay until the work is complete.