Compare Portsmouth MOT Centres

Over 127,500 drivers have compared instant prices to book an MOT in the last month

There are over 1,900 MOT centres listed on BookMyGarage.com, with 16 in the Portsmouth area alone. With some even offering same- and next-day appointments (subject to availability), you’ll always be able to find the perfect place for your next MOT test.

Enter your reg and postcode to join over 14 million drivers who have compared prices to book.

Sign-up For MOT Reminder Emails

If you struggle to remember when your MOT in Portsmouth is due, enter your reg to find out your expiry date and see your vehicle's MOT history instantly. You then also have the option to sign up for MOT reminder emails so you don’t miss your expiry date ever again.

Please note that when you sign up for MOT reminders, we don’t use your email address for any other marketing purposes, unless you have specifically opted in for these communications.

Why Use BookMyGarage To Book Your MOT in Portsmouth?

We have helped over 14.5 million drivers compare and save on their MOT, servicing and repair costs at local garages. In fact, when you compare MOT centres in Portsmouth through our online comparison site, you can save up to 70% when you choose one of the lower-cost options!

As the UK’s leading MOT and service comparison site, 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 Portsmouth MOT:

Filter Garages Your Way. Whether you want to book the cheapest MOT in Portsmouth or care more about the garage’s reviews, we’ve got you covered. You can filter your search results by price, reviews & ratings, distance, availability and additional services to find the best deal for your needs.

Convenient Extra Services. If you usually struggle to find time to take your car into a garage for its MOT or service, you can relax with BookMyGarage. Many garages on our online comparison site offer Vehicle Collection and Delivery, Customer Drop-Off & Loan Car services. These can be the helping hand you need to make your life a little bit easier.

Honest Reviews & Ratings. See what like-minded drivers have to say about every Portsmouth MOT centre listed on our comparison site to help inform your decision. Always unfiltered and unedited for transparency.

24/7 Online Booking. When you need an MOT in Portsmouth, you want to book it as soon as possible. You don’t want to wait around for the garage to open so you can call up and get it sorted - and with BookMyGarage, you don’t have to. We allow you to make your appointment day or night, even when the garage is closed.

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 Portsmouth and book the best deal today.

How to Book Your Portsmouth MOT

1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
2. Compare deals. You can sort garages in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth MOT, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the garage, who 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.

Why not add a car service to your MOT booking? Save yourself time and money with an MOT & service appointment in Portsmouth. Plus, you'll improve your car's resale value and decrease your running costs at the same time.

What Are the Best Garages in Portsmouth?

The 5 best garages in and around Portsmouth are:

1. Smile Servicing and Repairs

2. Drive-in Automotive

3. Portsmouth MOT Test Centre

4. Nistec UK Ltd

5. PGS Ltd

We ranked 16 garages by the following factors to provide our recommendations, based on data available through BookMyGarage.com:

• Review Score
• Number of Reviews
• Number of Bookings Made at Garage Through BookMyGarage
• % of Completed Bookings (higher than 70%)

To make a booking with any of these top recommended garages in Portsmouth, enter your reg and postcode into our comparison site and then select a suitable date and time with the garage of your choice.

How Much Does an MOT Cost in Portsmouth?

According to data taken from bookings made through BookMyGarage.com, an MOT in Portsmouth costs £35.64, on average. This works out at £19.21 or 35% lower than the maximum UK price of £54.85.

Enter your reg and postcode to find and book the best deal on an MOT in Portsmouth.

How Much Does an MOT Cost for Your Vehicle?

The following MOT costs are averages taken from bookings made through BookMyGarage at local garages. These are affected by a garage's prices as well as the number of bookings made for each engine size. These prices are correct as of March 2024.

Find An MOT Garage in Portsmouth & Book An Appointment Before Your Expiry Date To Avoid a Hefty Fine

If your car is due an MOT test, you must book an appointment at a Portsmouth test centre before it expires. The test will check whether your car meets road safety and environmental standards, and you will be prosecuted if driving on the roads around Portsmouth when your MOT has expired.

The only exception to this rule is if you are driving it to a garage to be repaired or to a pre-booked MOT test.

Make sure you avoid the risk of missing your test date by booking your MOT well in advance using our comparison tool; the MOT cost will vary for each garage so this is a great way to save money and ensure you are booking a cheap MOT in Portsmouth.

Use the MOT comparison tool to get instant prices in your local area. It’s the simplest way to learn more about local test centres and book your Portsmouth MOT.

FAQs