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Rayleigh MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

£54.85

Average price for an MOT in Rayleigh

4.82

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8

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Blacktop Autos

Physical Garage

Unit 4 Beke Hall Chase, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 9EZ

About Us

Welcome to Blacktop Autos. We're a family run business with over 25yrs experience and offer all vehicle servicing and repairs either at our fully equipped workshop or at a place of your convenience with our mobile service van

MOT£54.85

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5 (2 reviews)

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Car-Nect Auto Ltd

Physical Garage

Unit 1, 45 Brook Road, Brook Road Industrial Estate, Rayleigh, SS6 7XJ

About Us

Car-Nect is proud to be part of the Bosch Car Service Network. We provide a friendly first class service at better prices with a national guarantee from Bosch. Whatever the make and model of your car or van we can take care of it.

MOT£54.85

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4.63 (6 reviews)

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Reviews are largely positive, with customers repeatedly praising quick, friendly and professional service, good value and clear communication (Paul was mentioned by name). One reviewer reported being charged an unexpected £55 for special oil without prior warning and experienced a delayed follow‑up plus an uncleared service‑interval indicator, suggesting occasional lapses in communication and post‑service checks.

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Why Use BookMyGarage to Book Your MOT in Rayleigh?

We have helped over 23.6 million drivers compare prices to book their MOT, servicing and repairs at local garages. In fact, when you compare garages in Rayleigh 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 MOT in Rayleigh:

 

Easy 3-Step Booking Process. There’s no upfront registration and no faff. You just provide your vehicle’s details, choose the best deal and provide a suitable date and time for your MOT. That gives you more time to do the things you care about.

Transparent Prices. Every MOT centre listed on our comparison site always sets and updates its own prices, so there are no nasty surprises at the end of your appointment. This price won’t change unless you agree to extra repairs directly with them.

24/7 Online Booking. When you need an MOT in Rayleigh, 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.

Filter Garages Your Way. Whether you want to book the cheapest MOT in Rayleigh 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.

 

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 Rayleigh and book the best deal today.

 

How to Book Your MOT in Rayleigh

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

 

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

 

Do You Offer MOTs Across Rayleigh?

We believe in providing as much choice to drivers in the Rayleigh area as possible, so we have garages listed on our comparison site who serve the following areas:

  • Hockley
  • Great Wakering
  • Purleigh
  • Great Baddow
  • Southminster
  • Bulpham
  • Ingatestone
  • Coryton
  • The Hanningfields
  • And many more

 

We also have garages in the nearby towns of Southend-on-Sea, Canvey Island, Basildon, Chelmsford and Burnham on Crouch listed on our comparison site. This means that every driver in the Rayleigh area has plenty of choice and can find the perfect garage for their MOT needs.

 

Compare Rayleigh MOT Centres & Book an Appointment At the Best One Before Your Expiry Date to Ensure Your Vehicle is Road Legal

If your car is due an MOT test, you must book an appointment before the expiry date to continue driving on the roads around Rayleigh. The test checks whether your car meets road safety and environmental standards, and you will be prosecuted if caught driving without a valid MOT certificate.

The only exception to this rule is if you are driving it to a garage for repairs after a failed test or to a pre-booked MOT.

Book your MOT well in advance to avoid the risk of missing your test date. You can book up to 12 months in advance through our online comparison site and save up to 70% on an MOT near you in the process by comparing deals.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What is an MOT Test?

An MOT test, or Ministry of Transport Test, is an essential annual vehicle check to assess roadworthiness and safety standards. It ensures all vehicles on UK roads are maintained to a certain standard, improving road safety standards in the process.

What Do I Do if My MOT is Overdue?

If your MOT is overdue, you must book a test immediately. It is illegal to drive on public roads in and around Rayleigh without a valid MOT certificate.

You can book an MOT online today by entering your vehicle registration and postcode into our comparison site.

How Long Does an MOT Take?

An MOT usually takes between 45 and 60 minutes. Many garages offer an ‘MOT-while-you-wait’ service with waiting rooms and refreshments onsite.

If your car fails and needs extra repairs, it will take a lot longer. The test centre will be able to give you a time estimate based on the severity of your repairs.

Do I Need an MOT?

You will need an MOT, by law, if you drive a vehicle registered three or more years ago. This means that all drivers of vehicles registered in or before 2020 must book an MOT in 2023.

If your car is less than three years old, you do not need an MOT but you can choose to book one if you wish.

What is Tested In an MOT?

● Seats & Seat Belts
● Warning Lights
● Switches (position lamp, headlights, hazard lights)
● Windscreen Condition, Wipers & Washers
● Brake Controls
● Steering Wheel & Column
● Doors, Mirrors & Horn
● Speedometer & Driver Controls (Class 5 only)
● Licence Plates
● Lights & Licence Plate Lights
● Indicators & Hazard Lights
● Headlights & Aim
● Brake Lights, Fog Lights & Reflectors
● Wheels & Tyres
● Shock Absorbers
● Mirrors, Wiper Blades & Fuel Tank Cap
● Glazing (Class 5 only)
● Doors, Boot Lid, Loading Doors, Bonnet
● Towbars
● Bodywork Condition
● Chassis
● Brake System
● Exhaust & Fuel Systems
● Speed Limited (if applicable)
● Steering & Power Steering Components
● Suspension Components
● Fuel Tank
● Drive Shafts (if applicable)
● Emissions
● Wheel Bearings