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Portsmouth MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
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Smile Servicing & Repairs Ltd
Physical Garage
London Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth, PO2 9RR
About Us
Smile Servicing, MOT’s and Repairs in Hilsea, Portsmouth. BOOKMYGARAGE Customer Excellence Award Winners 2023 10 GOOD REASONS TO USE SMILE SERVICING & REPAIRS 1. All makes servicing & repairs to cars and light vans including Electric and Hybrid vehicles 2. Courtesy car just £15 all we ask is you put back the fuel you use - BE AWARE: We do not have an automatic courtesy car 3. Collection & delivery (EXCEPT FOR SATURDAY OR AFTERNOON BOOKINGS) just £15 within 10 miles of PO2 9RR 4. Free enrolment into our loyalty programme* 5. Free service & MOT reminder via email/sms/letter 6. All parts & labour guaranteed for 12 months 7. Drive now pay lat
MOT£39.95
4.9 (1828 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Almost every reviewer raves about friendly, honest staff, clear communication and fast, good-value work, with many praising the convenient collection/drop‑off service, easy online booking and a loyalty scheme. A small number mentioned minor issues — e.g. a tyre‑pressure sensor left unchecked, occasional higher-than-expected repair costs or one unclear fault diagnosis — but these complaints are rare. Trust and repeat custom are recurring themes: many say they wouldn’t go anywhere else and strongly recommend the garage.
Drive-in Automotive
Physical Garage
Durham Street, Portsmouth, PO1 1NA
About Us
Please call if you need a same day appointment CITY CENTRE location an ideal place to have work carried out on your vehicle . Bob and Mario lead a team of fully trained mechanics, dedicated to giving a high level of quality workmanship. Using some of the latest equipment we endeavour to give a quick turnaround. We are situated in the city centre just a short walk from Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station and Commercial Road shopping area, located just behind the Matalan Store.
MOT£54.85
4.96 (117 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for its friendly, honest and knowledgeable staff, clear communication and good value, frequently noting quick MOTs, easy online booking and that the team go the extra mile. Many reviewers are long‑standing repeat customers who specifically name Mario and Bob and recommend the garage for MOTs, servicing and straightforward, transparent repairs. Negative comments are rare but include one serious data‑protection complaint about sharing a customer’s number, occasional booking‑time mix‑ups and an isolated inability to source the correct gas for a re‑gas.
Portsmouth MOT Test Centre
Physical Garage
Portsmouth MOT Centre, Alchorne Place, Portsmouth, PO3 5QL
About Us
We are a well established, reliable and family run business based in Portsmouth Established in Portsmouth and with over 40 years experience, we have built a large portfolio of happy and satisfied customers, priding ourselves on professionalism, cleanliness, and an attitude that customers come first.
MOT£45
4.92 (394 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers rave about the garage’s friendly, knowledgeable team and consistently quick, efficient MOTs and services, with many praising clear communication, easy online booking, honest advice and good value from a trusted, family-run business. Complaints are few and minor — reviewers occasionally mention tricky parking, one report of low coolant after a service, and a handful wanting more detailed service checklists or earlier notification of recommended work.
Drayton MOT Centre
Physical Garage
192 Havant Road, Drayton, Portsmouth, PO6 2EH
About Us
With over 30 years’ experience in the industry, our team at Drayton MOT centre guarantees a reliable and efficient service. Our fully trained mechanics are experts in providing quality original equipment parts or equivalent parts; sourcing and testing to the quality to make sure they’re good enough for you and your car. Book online today, for Gold Standard DVSA quality service with Drayton MOT Centre in Drayton, Cosham, Portsmouth, Havant and surrounding areas. We’re based in Portsmouth for easy access to our loyal customers in the Hampshire area. We make every effort to please our customers. Sporting generous testimonials for our most loyal
MOT£54.85
4.89 (296 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers overwhelmingly praise Drayton MOT Centre, giving consistently high scores and frequently highlighting friendly, helpful staff, efficient service, clear communication (phone reminders and calls when work’s done) and fair pricing. Reviewers also repeatedly mention easy online booking, quick MOT turnarounds and long‑standing trustworthiness, with many saying they’re returning customers. A minority report problems: a few complaints about rude or cancelling staff, one alleged post‑service screenwash leak and occasional billing/website price confusion.
PGS Ltd
Physical Garage
PGS Garage Services, Unit 1a, Hamilton Road, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 4QE
About Us
PGS Garage have an excellent reputation within the local areas including Portsmouth and surrounding locations. Excellent customer service and explanation of work. We pride ourselves on our commitment to provide a professional and speedy service at all times, whilst maintaining the highest quality of work.
MOT£45
4.85 (314 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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PGS attracts consistently enthusiastic feedback, with the vast majority of customers giving top marks and saying they'd return or recommend the garage. Reviewers most often praise the friendly, knowledgeable team, clear communication, easy booking, quick turnaround (many same‑day MOTs/services), trustworthy workmanship and good value. A minority report issues with final bills exceeding initial quotes, an occasional scheduling hiccup and one complaint about reluctance to work on a Range Rover.
Nistec UK Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 1 Copnor Bridge Business Park, Milton Road, Portsmouth, PO3 6AP
About Us
Nistec UK are Portsmouth’s No. 1 independent service provider for Nissan and Vauxhall owners. With 22 years of combined main dealership experience, Adam and Ben have set up their own specialist garage. Our mechanics are highly qualified and experienced to offer the quality of a main dealer at a sensible price, providing a professional, efficient and friendly service, for all makes and models.
MOT£49.95
4.76 (157 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Most reviewers praise the garage for friendly, honest and knowledgeable staff, quick and efficient MOTs/services, clear communication and good value compared with main dealers. A small number flag booking or opening problems (missed updates, occasional closures or staff shortages), tight parking and a few isolated complaints about charging for work not completed.
Fratton Autocentre
Physical Garage
71 Claremont Rd, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5AP
About Us
Welcome to Fratton Autocentre. In addition to our top-tier MOT services, we also offer comprehensive car servicing to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Our team of experienced mechanics uses the latest tools and techniques to ensure your car is in optimal condition.
MOT£40
4.98 (99 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise Fratton Autocentre for friendly, professional and knowledgeable staff, fast MOTs and repairs, and clear, helpful communication. Regular strengths mentioned are good value and low prices, same‑day or last‑minute appointments, thorough diagnostics and timely updates. A few reviewers noted minor booking or scheduling hiccups (missed call about a start time or early system issues), but these appear rare and were typically resolved quickly.
PORT SOLENT CAR CENTRE LTD
Physical Garage
Unit 6A Southampton Road, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 4RJ
About Us
We pride ourselves on reliability and honesty using communication that customers understand when dealing with their cars. You will always receive a friendly greeting by all of our staff as well as a high standard of work completed on your vehicle
MOT£45
4.93 (51 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers repeatedly praise the garage for friendly, helpful staff, fast same‑day MOTs and clear communication, often noting fair prices, reliable diagnostics and staff who go the extra mile. Complaints are rare but serious — one reviewer reports an unauthorised handover, a drained battery and aggressive behaviour from staff, which stands out against the otherwise high ratings. Overall the business is seen as trustworthy and good value, with many customers saying they would return or recommend the garage.
COPNOR BRIDGE MOT CENTRE
Physical Garage
UNIT 2, COPNOR BRIDGE BUSINESS CENTRE, MILTON ROAD, COPNOR, PORTSMOUTH, PO3 6AP
About Us
COPNOR BRIDGE MOT CENTRE
MOT£49
4.92 (56 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise the garage — reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with the vast majority awarding five stars for friendly, honest and reliable service. Regularly noted strengths include fast MOTs and services, clear explanations of work and costs, good value for money and helpful, trustworthy staff; conveniences such as Saturday opening and attentive customer care are also appreciated. Minor criticisms are rare but include occasional booking glitches (notably with BookMyGarage), limited communication for some first-time visitors and an isolated report of small items being left in the car.
JPS AUTOCARE SOUTH
Physical Garage
Unit 21, Ordnance Court, Ackworth Road, Portsmouth, PO3 5RZ
About Us
Welcome to JPS AUTOCARE SOUTH, where quality service meets automotive expertise. Committed to keeping your vehicle in peak condition. At JPS Autocare we specialise in 4 wheel alignment and have a state of the art hunter equipment. We don't stop there, we have also invested in the latest equipment to carry out all kinds of repairs on all different makes and models of vehicles. We are based in Hilsea in Portsmouth. You will be greeted with a smile. No job is too big or too small.
MOT£54.85
4.86 (64 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers rave about JPS Autocare — friendly, professional staff, quick turnarounds and trustworthy workmanship coupled with competitive, fair pricing come up repeatedly. Many reviewers praise clear communication and transparency (regular updates, video summaries and detailed estimates), plus the garage’s ability to handle last‑minute bookings. Weaknesses are rare but include an isolated complaint about voicemail/no callback and occasional surprise at initial costs that most then judged good value.
MOT Testing in Portsmouth - Local Garages, No Upfront Payment
Whether you’re commuting along the A3(M) or navigating Portsmouth’s historic streets, keeping your car roadworthy is a must when driving in this city.
With landmarks like the Spinnaker Tower and Southsea Castle, you won’t want to miss out just because you didn’t invest in timely vehicle maintenance.
Portsmouth is a city that values craftsmanship and resilience – and these admirable qualities are mirrored in the Top Tier garages we partner with, who value their customers and demonstrate a keen attention to detail.
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Top Tier Spotlight: Smile Servicing & Repairs Ltd
Located in Hilsea, Smile Servicing is not just a garage – it's a benchmark for excellence in Portsmouth.
Recognised as a BookMyGarage Customer Excellence Award Winner, Smile Servicing has earned its Top Tier status through a commitment to outstanding service and customer-first values.
Here’s why Smile Servicing stands out:
- Expertise Across All Vehicle Types - No matter your vehicle, their technicians are Level 3 qualified, so your car will always receive the most up-to-date care.
- Transparent Pricing & Flexible Booking - Get an instant quote and schedule your appointment easily 24/7 - with no pre-payment required.
- Customer Loyalty & Perks - Their loyalty card programme rewards repeat customers with free MOTs or services, reinforcing long-term relationships.
- Convenience Without Compromise - Benefit from collection and delivery services within 10 miles and courtesy cars for just £15* **.
- Unmatched Customer Satisfaction - With a 4.9/5 rating from over 1,700 verified reviews on BookMyGarage*, customers consistently praise the garage’s professionalism.
*as of August 21st 2025
**The garage asks that you put back the fuel you use. Please note they do not have an automatic courtesy car
All information correct as of August 21st 2025.
About Our Tier System:
BookMyGarage’s Garage Tier Program is designed to help drivers identify 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 Smile Servicing
“Been to Smile a couple of times now - both times they have been excellent. Reminded me of the booking via text, explained everything properly, and don't cost the earth. Highly recommend!” - Ben, verified review left July 29th 2025.
“This was my first experience using Smile. It was a very good experience. They collected my car and returned it after the MOT and service. They were very friendly and efficient. I will definitely use them again.” - Sue, verified review left July 30th 2025.
“Happy with work and price. Friendly staff. Kept me informed. Would recommend.” - Toni, verified review left August 6th 2025
MOT Prices in Portsmouth - Affordable and Transparent
| MOT Price Category | Price | Details |
| Average (Standalone) | £47.88 | The typical cost of an MOT when booked on its own, across Portsmouth garages listed on our platform. |
| Cheapest (Standalone) | £39.95 | The cheapest price garages around Portsmouth charge for an MOT booked on its own. |
| Best Deal When Combined with a Service | £10 | Many garages offer discounted MOTs when booked alongside a full or major service, including our featured Top Tier garage. |
All prices correct as of August 21st 2025
Whether you’re booking an MOT or combining it with your annual car service to save time and money, BookMyGarage is here to help you compare prices and find a great deal.
Book with confidence when you read through verified customer reviews, knowing you won’t have to pay until the work is complete. Expect a transparent and straightforward process from start to finish.
Endorsed by the Best
We work closely with the Portsmouth garages listed on our platform, supporting them so they can support you.
From our digital marketing to our expert guidance, these partnerships benefit all involved.
Just take a look at the experience of our featured Top Tier garage, Smile Servicing & Repairs Ltd:
“Having been with BookMyGarage since the start we're delighted with the upward journey we have experienced. We now see an average of 87 additional bookings per month via the platform itself since going live with Accelerate. Once we receive those customers, they’re ours so we can market to them directly.” - Nick Dray, Smile Servicing & Repairs
By forming long-term partnerships with our garages, we know that we can provide you with the customer-focused experience you deserve.
Smile Servicing is just one of many success stories, here to highlight that you’ll always find a straightforward way to book your MOT.