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Portsmouth MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
£50.82
Average price for an MOT in Portsmouth
4.87★
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Enterprise Mot Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 11 Bourne Road, Paulsgrove, Portsmouth, PO6 4JS
About Us
With over 25 years of experience, Enterprise MOT’s provides high quality service and peace of mind for all your vehicle repairs, maintenance, and testing needs. Based centrally in Paulsgrove, Portsmouth we are the ideal choice to keep your vehicle in optimum condition. Our friendly and fully qualified team of mechanics are here to help, we work as a team to ensure that each customer whether new or returning has a positive experience of the service and workmanship offered by Enterprise MOT’s. Our busy workshop is fully equipped with three ramps and two DVSA approved MOT test bays. We offer a comprehensive vehicle service, with simple online
MOT£40
4.84 (52 reviews)
Reviews Summary
AI Generated
Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for friendly, professional staff, fair prices and fast, efficient MOTs and services. Many say they’ll return or already use it for all the family, highlighting clear communication, trustworthy advice and quick turnarounds. A few reviewers note occasional administrative hiccups (missed booking confirmations or scheduling issues) and one branch limitation on R1234Y air‑con regassing, plus a single strong negative complaint.
Alpha Auto Centre Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 6, 5 Fitzherbert Road, Portsmouth, PO6 1RU
About Us
Alpha Auto Centre Ltd – Portsmouth At Alpha Auto Centre Ltd, we’re proud to be one of Portsmouth’s trusted local automotive specialists, offering a reliable and friendly service for drivers across the area. Our team works on all makes and models, providing everything from routine maintenance to full repair work, carried out with care and expertise. We also have a qualified MOT tester on-site, ensuring your vehicle is inspected to the highest standards. To make life easier, we offer local collection and delivery, saving you time and keeping your day moving. MOTs are just £19 when booked with a service, giving you exceptional value without comp
MOT£54.85
5 (1 reviews)
Hendy Dacia Portsmouth
Physical Garage
Bilton Way, Portsmouth, PO3 5FH
About Us
At Hendy dealerships 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
5 (6 reviews)
Alexander Autos
Physical Garage
32 Portsmouth Enterprise Centre, Quartremaine Road, Portsmouth, PO3 5QT
About Us
Here are some of the services we can provide *Main Dealer Level Servicing and Repairs for all makes and models *Tyres *Wheel alignment *MOT *Economy or Performance Tuning (Remapping) *Air Conditioning Service *Brakes *Brake disc skimming
MOT£54.85
4.94 (9 reviews)
Elite Garages Portsmouth
Physical Garage
Coach and Horses Roundabout,, London Road, Portsmouth, PO2 9RN
About Us
Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and around 240 employees. Elite Garages is a family-run company covering the whole of the South and South East of England. The company recently celebrated 50 years in business. Elite are not owned in any way by any tyre manufacturer and therefore can offer the best unbiased, professional advice and bring value for money from top leading brands through to economy brands. We are able to meet all your tyre requirements including run flats, motor sport, track day, high performance, off road, 4×4, budget, winter a
MOT£43.99
4.89 (23 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, repeatedly praising the garage for honesty, friendly and helpful staff, clear communication and fair pricing. Reviewers note efficient, professional work—MOTs, services and tyre fitting—with thorough explanations of advisories and diagnostic checks. There are virtually no recurring complaints; a couple of slightly lower scores still include complimentary remarks, so no consistent weaknesses emerge.
Hendy Portsmouth Car and Van Store
Physical Garage
Painter Close, Portsmouth, PO3 5RS
About Us
We offer full workshop facilities for a wide range of motoring needs, from Servicing to MOTs. A wide selection of work undertaken on all makes and models, regardless of age - so book your appointment today!
MOT£54.85
4.88 (4 reviews)
SVG Automotive ltd
Physical Garage
Left Hand side AGS Building, Southampton Road, Portsmouth, PO6 4RJ
About Us
At Friendly Garage SVG Automotive Ltd, we provide expert MOTs, servicing, and repairs to ensure your vehicle is always roadworthy and safe. Trust us with your automotive needs!
MOT£54.85
4.82 (24 reviews)
AA Mobile Mechanics (Portsmouth)
Mobile Mechanic
Portsmouth & Surrounding Areas, Portsmouth, PO3 5RR
About Us
The UK’s number 1 breakdown provider are now providing vehicle servicing and repairs. Fully trained AA mechanics, bringing vehicle servicing to your doorstep! The vehicle we are servicing must be off the road on private property, and parked on a flat surface (to ensure all fluid levels we check are reading correctly) with full access around the car for us to be able to get to all 4 sides. If you keep your vehicle in a car park please ensure that you have the landowners permission for us to carry out your service. We cannot work on a public highway.
MOT£54.85
4.79 (18 reviews)
Reviews Summary
AI Generated
Customers largely praise the mobile, at‑home service — mechanics are punctual, friendly and professional, often explaining work clearly and completing jobs to a high standard. Common positives are convenience, clear communication (arrival calls/emails) and good value for money. A few reviewers flagged booking/management mix‑ups and one instance where tyre damage was missed.
Hendy Ford Kia Portsmouth
Physical Garage
Southampton Road, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 4RW
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
4.67 (6 reviews)
Reviews Summary
AI Generated
Customers praise helpful, professional staff, fast turnarounds (MOTs and services often finished within a few hours), clear text/online updates and useful extra checks that catch small issues. The main recurring gripe is a booking hiccup—some customers had to chase to get a time slot allocated—but ratings are high (mostly 4–5 stars) and many say they would return.
BIZWHEELS - MOBILE MECHANIC
Mobile Mechanic
44 Freshwater Road, Cosham, Cosham, PO6 3HU
About Us
BizWheels: Professional Mobile Mechanics in Cosham Stop wasting your day in a garage waiting room. At BizWheels, we bring the garage to you. Based in Cosham and serving a 15-mile radius, our expert team provides top-tier vehicle care at your home or workplace. From routine maintenance to complex bodywork, we ensure your vehicle stays road-ready without disrupting your schedule. We use only quality parts to guarantee a reliable finish every time. Our Services Include: MOTs (Arranged & Managed) Full & Interim Servicing Mechanical Repairs Car Body Repairs Mobile Diagnostics
MOT£54.8
4.54 (6 reviews)
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Spotlight: Smile Servicing & Repairs Ltd - Portsmouth's Top Tier Garage
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, reinforcing long-term relationships.
- Convenience Without Compromise - Benefit from collection and delivery services within 10 miles of PO2 9RR and courtesy cars for just £15* **.
- Unmatched Customer Satisfaction - With a 4.9/5 rating from over 1,800 verified reviews on BookMyGarage*, customers consistently praise the garage’s professionalism.
*as of January 20th 2026
**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 January 20th 2026.
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What Local Drivers Think About Smile Servicing
"Really helpful garage. They were even able to collect my car as a last minute request [...]" - Georgia, from a verified review, left December 23rd 2025
"Very friendly and competitively priced [...]" - John, from a verified review, left December 17th 2025
"Lovely staff and seamless service [...]" - Rachel, from a verified review, left December 17th 2025
MOT Pricing in Portsmouth
| MOT Price Category | Price | Details |
| Average (Standalone) | £49 | 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 January 20th 2026.
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.
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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.
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