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You can search for, compare and book the best deal on an MOT in Reading according to your needs, based on price, distance, availability and verified reviews. Book a garage quickly and easily with our online booking tool.
No upfront registration required, simply enter your vehicle reg and postcode, compare prices, choose a garage near you and book your Reading MOT.
You can find the best deal in your area and you won’t pay a penny until all of the work is complete, at which point you will pay the garage directly.
We’ve provided instant prices for MOT, servicing and repairs to over 5 million UK drivers. With so many satisfied customers, it’s no surprise that we have a 4.8★ rating on Trustpilot and hundreds of 5★ reviews.
30/01/23
“Was booked for MOT on a Saturday obviously a busy day but despite thus my car was done at the time we agreed. Further repairs were done swiftly and ontime, and even got a lift home after l dropped my car. I was kept informed from when l booked all the way till when it was time to collect the car. Brilliant...”
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29/01/23
“Easy to book online, the friendly staff were ready and waiting for me and the car was availble in the early afternoon. Good service, good value.”
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28/01/23
“This MOT & service centre is in an industrial estate in Reading. Not smart or posh. However, inside there is a gem of a team. A proud family, dedicated, proficient, polite and keen to succeed .. a great new customer experience. Thank you.”
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Is your car due an MOT test? Then you need to book an MOT in Reading as soon as possible. The test will check whether your car meets the road safety and environmental standards. If it doesn't, or you drive without a valid certificate, you risk receiving a £1,000 fine.
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.
Enter your vehicle reg and postcode into our online MOT comparison tool to get instant prices in Reading and book the best deal.
After you book an MOT near you, 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.
We have helped over 5 million drivers compare and save on their MOT, servicing and repair costs at local garages. In fact, when you compare garages in Reading through our online comparison site, you can save up to 70% when you choose one of the lower-cost options!
As one of the UK’s leading MOT and service comparison sites, 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 your MOT near you:
No Upfront Payment. You never enter any payment details when you book your MOT in Reading. We never charge you any fees to use our site and you always pay the garage directly after the appointment.
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.
24/7 Online Booking. When you need an MOT near you, 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 Reading 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 your Reading MOT and book the best deal today.
If you struggle to remember when your MOT in Reading is due, enter your reg into our FREE MOT checker to find out your expiry date 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.
Located in the Thames Valley to the west of London, Reading in Berkshire is not too well-known as one of Britain’s must-visit towns. However, once you get there, you’ll discover a surprising amount of things to see and do. It is sometimes described as being on London’s commuter belt but the influx of daily traffic outweighs the outflow due to the large number of tech companies and international businesses which have made Reading their home.
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.
This is the official DVSA MOT checklist.
Seats & Seatbelts |
Warning Lights |
Switches (Headlights, Indicators, Hazards) |
Windscreen Condition |
Washers & Wipers Operation |
Brake Pedal |
Steering Wheel & Steering Column |
Doors |
Mirrors |
Horn |
Number Plate & Number Plate Lights |
Wiper Blades Condition |
Indicators & Hazard Lights |
Headlights & Headlight Aim |
Brake Lights, Fog Lights & Reflectors |
Wheels & Tyres |
Shock Absorbers |
Fuel Tank Cap & Fuel Tank |
Boot Lid & Bonnet Operation |
Towbars (if applicable) |
Bodywork Condition |
Vehicle Structure |
Brakes Operation |
Exhaust & Fuel System |
Speed Limiter (if applicable) |
Steering & Power Steering Components |
Suspension Components |
Drive Shaft (if applicable) |
Wheel Bearings |
Structure & General Vehicle Condition (underneath) |
Emissions Test |
Parking Brake |
You will get a different number of checks depending on which car service you book through BookMyGarage. Please note, that all the following checks only apply to our service schedule. You may not get the same car service if you book directly with a garage.
Engine Oil Changed |
Oil Filter Changed |
Screenwash Top-up (if needed) |
Coolant Top-up (if needed) |
Brake Fluid Top-up (if needed) |
Power Steering Fluid Top-up (if needed) |
AdBlue Top-up (Diesel cars only - extra cost) |
External Lights |
Dashboard Warning Lights |
Horn Operation |
Windscreen Wipers Operation |
Windscreen Washers Operation |
Check for Oil Leaks |
Antifreeze Strength (extra cost if replacement needed) |
Check Timing Belt Replacement Intervals |
Visual Check of Brake Pads |
Condition of Tyres |
Tyre Tread Depths |
Check Tyre Pressure & Adjust (if needed) |
Condition of Steering Rack Gaiters |
Condition of Exhaust |
Clutch Fluid Level (if applicable) |
Any Oil Leaks From Transmission |
Reset Vehicle Service Light (where applicable) |
Stamp Printout of BookMyGarage Service Schedule |
The BookMyGarage Full Service checklist includes the Interim Service checklist plus the following:
Air Filter Changed |
Condition of Pollen Filter (additional cost if replacement needed) |
Condition of Windscreen |
Condition of Internal & External Mirrors |
Condition of Number Plate |
Operation of Seatbelts |
Condition of Radiator & Coolant Hoses and Report on Any Leaks |
Condition & Tension of Auxiliary Drive Belt |
Condition of Brake Fluid (extra cost if replacement needed) |
Visual Check of Brake Discs |
Condition of All Visible Brake Pipes & Hoses |
Operation of Hand Brake |
Condition of Brake Callipers (checking for security and leaks) |
Condition of Road Springs |
Condition of Steering Components |
Condition of Suspension Components |
Condition of Shock Absorbers |
Wheel Bearings |
Exhaust Smoke (Diesels only) |
Drive Shaft Gaiters (reporting on security and leaks) |
The BookMyGarage Major Service checklist includes the Full Service checklist plus the following:
Fuel Filter Changed (Pollen Filter if not fitted externally) |
Door Operation |
Bonnet Operation |
Condition of All Locks |
Air Conditioning System Operation |
Radiator Cap |
Electrical Coolant Fan (if applicable) |
Change Spark Plugs (extra cost if needed) |
Clutch Operation |
You don’t need to bring any documents to your MOT and service appointment. However, there are a few things you may wish to have handy to make your booking as smooth as possible.
Previously, you needed to bring the previous year's MOT certificate, your car’s logbook (V5C) and other letters and documents. All this information is now online and available to all licenced UK MOT testers. This means that you don’t need to show any documents on the day of your appointment.
You may wish to bring or do the following things on the day of your appointment:
A car service does not include an MOT. They are different aspects of car maintenance and so you must book them separately.
An MOT is a legally required yearly check for every vehicle over 3 years old. It tests your vehicle’s safety and roadworthiness and highlights any serious faults that your car may have. If your vehicle fails, you must get the repairs completed before you can drive it home.
A car service is completely voluntary and acts as a routine health check for your vehicle. It highlights the parts that are suffering from excessive wear and tear so you can repair or replace them. It is the best way to keep your car in good condition and helps to avoid expensive repairs or breakdowns.
In short, a car service includes actual maintenance, whereas the MOT is just a visual check with a pass/fail outcome.
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