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Southampton MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
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4.87★
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SJP Independant Garage Specialist LTD
Physical Garage
133-145 BOTLEY ROAD, NORTH BADDESLEY, SOUTHAMPTON, SO52 9EB
About Us
At SJP Independent Garage Specialist we are a local, family run business based in North Baddesley, Southampton with a reputation as one of the leading independent garages in the area. We offer a wide range of mechanical services and repairs including an MOT facility for all cars and light commercial vehicles. With state of the art facilities and a reliable team of experienced, expert technicians we are fully qualified to work on all makes and model of vehicles.
MOT£54.85
4.92 (13 reviews)
B's Garage
Physical Garage
Calshot Road, Calshot, Southampton, SO45 1BE
About Us
Established in 1925, having built a reputation on great customer service and quality workmanship. We carry out MOT's on Motorbikes, 3 wheelers, cars and light commercials. We handle everything from tracking, air conditioning, servicing, MOT's, brakes, exhausts, timing belts, clutches, electrics, welding, punctures, tyres, motorbike tyres, motorbikes, trikes and 3 wheeler MOT's, car diagnostics and battery replacements. We have four service ramps and one MOT lane as well as bike MOT bay too.
MOT£54.85
4.88 (10 reviews)
YEWTREE WORKSHOPS - CADNAM
Physical Garage
Yewtree workshops Ltd, The yews, Southampton Road, Cadnam, Southampton, SO40 2NG
About Us
Welcome to Yewtree Workshops Ltd Cadnam. We can assist you with all your vehicle needs including servicing and MOT as well as general car repairs. We offer class 4,5 or 7 MOT and have over 35 years experience in the industry. We are open 5 days a week at Yewtree Workshops Ltd Cadnam and can take your online bookings, repairs and quote enquiries 24/7 via our online booking tool found on our website.
MOT£54.85
4.87 (15 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise the straightforward, no-nonsense approach to MOTs and the excellent communication throughout the process, with Anton particularly commended for his polite courtesy calls and timely updates. The garage earns high marks for reliability and efficiency, handling minor fixes like bulb replacements without fuss. Reviewers clearly appreciate the honest service and personal touch that makes this a trusted local choice.
Elite Garages Southampton
Physical Garage
135 Northam Rd,, Southampton, SO14 0QG
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, budget, winter and al
MOT£54.85
4.82 (47 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its honest, friendly service and fair pricing, with several long-term clients highlighting the team's integrity and professionalism. The reception staff receive particular commendation for being polite, helpful and knowledgeable, whilst communication throughout the service process is noted as clear and timely. Reviewers appreciate the efficient turnaround times and straightforward booking experience, with many expressing their intention to return.
Hendy Ford Marchwood
Physical Garage
Hythe Road, Marchwood, Southampton, SO40 4WU
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
4.78 (15 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise the garage for its friendly, professional staff, efficient service, and competitive pricing, with many highlighting clear communication and thorough vehicle health checks. Several reviewers mention they would happily return or recommend the garage to others in the area. One customer raised concerns about a repair quote being significantly higher than they paid elsewhere, suggesting that pricing transparency could occasionally benefit from clearer explanation.
Easy Fit Limited
Physical Garage
BANQUET HOUSE, 1 STANDFORD STREET, SOUTHAMPTON, SO14 5FN
About Us
Easy Fit Ltd are located in the heart of Southampton. Your trusted one-stop shop for all your vehicle maintenance needs. We specialise in providing comprehensive MOTs, professional servicing, and quality repairs to keep your car running smoothly and safely on the road.
MOT£54.65
4.77 (30 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise the garage for excellent communication, timely service, and transparent, fair pricing, with several reviewers highlighting that only necessary work was carried out and billed. Staff are described as helpful and accommodating, including flexibility with drop-off times, whilst repairs and MOT work are completed efficiently at competitive rates. One reviewer mentioned difficulty with communication and a missed appointment, though this appears to be an isolated incident among otherwise positive feedback.
Fast fix autos
Physical Garage
5-7 STATION ROAD SOUTH, TOTTON, HAMPSHIRE, SO40 9HP
About Us
About Us With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering fast, reliable, and professional mechanic services wherever you are across Hampshire. Safety is our top priority, and we work on all makes and models, ensuring your vehicle gets the care it deserves. We offer mobile mechanic services, bringing expert repairs and maintenance directly to your vehicle, saving you time and hassle. Whether you need routine servicing or urgent repairs, you can count on us for dependable, high-quality work at competitive prices. Your car, your convenience—we come to you.
MOT£54.85
4.69 (13 reviews)
BARRY MOTOR TRADE /AUTO TECH MOTORS
Physical Garage
STANLEY HOUSE, MANOR HOUSE AVENUE, SOUTHAMPTON, SO15 0LF
About Us
Barry Motor Trade Car Service and Maintenance specialise in MOTs class IV, class V and class VII for Southampton and surrounding areas. Whether you need MOT for private car, minibus or your van we are happy to help. While your MOT is in progress you are very welcome to sit and relax in our friendly designed waiting/viewing area and enjoy a complimentary tea/coffee and sweets. Sit back and relax, we do care about your car!
MOT£54.85
4.64 (39 reviews)
Reviews Summary
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Customers consistently praise Barry Motors for fast, efficient service and friendly, professional staff who provide clear communication and helpful advice, with many highlighting same-day turnarounds for MOTs and repairs. The garage has built a strong reputation for reliability and value for money, earning repeat custom from satisfied customers. A small number of reviewers raised concerns about MOT failures they felt were questionable and pricing that could be clearer, suggesting the garage may benefit from more transparent explanations of required work.
Netley Garage Ltd
Physical Garage
36 Victoria Rd,, Netley Abbey, SO31 5DG
About Us
Netley Garage, the complete car servicing, repairs and engineering workshop is located on the border of Southampton, Hampshire. Nestled in between the shops of Netley, the site has been a garage for over 100 years. Andy Managing Director has been running Netley Garage Ltd for over 20 years and has mechanical experience of 30 years. Andy works in the garage on a day to day basis with fully qualified Mechanic Carl and Office administrator Lana. At Netley Garage you will receive a high standard of workmanship at very affordable prices. Most of our business comes by word of mouth with many satisfied customers returning time after time. Our reput
MOT£54.85
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Spotlight: Ace Automotive Southern Ltd - Southampton's Top Tier Garage
Located in Shirley, Ace Automotive Southern Ltd is Southampton’s Top Tier garage on our platform – and for good reason.
Certain garages on our site earn Tier badges as recognition of their dedication to customer service and quality workmanship.
With a 4.79/5 rating from over 330 verified reviews on BookMyGarage*, Ace Automotive has been delivering expert repairs and servicing to the local area for more than 20 years.
Offering £20 off your MOT when booked with a service*, you can expect a professional service at a competitive price.
All parts are guaranteed for a year, with a pick up & drop-off service available for your convenience.
Ace Automotive specialises in all makes and models, so you can rest assured that your vehicle will receive the care it deserves when you book your MOT in Southampton with this Top Tier garage.
*as of January 27th 2026
All information correct as of January 27th 2026.
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These garages must meet and maintain criteria relating to:
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When you book with one of these garages, you'll know you're booking with one of the most skilled teams on our site.
What Local Drivers Think About Ace Automotive Southern Ltd
“Easy and no issues [...]” - Povilas, from a verified review, left January 24th 2026
“[…] Would recommend!!” – Darren, from a verified review, left December 31st 2025
“Friendly bunch of guys, professional service […]” - Tanya, from a verified review, left December 23rd 2025
All review snippets are taken from verified reviews left for Ace Automotive Southern Ltd through BookMyGarage.com.
Each of these reviews is checked by a member of our team, validating the vehicle registration used and matching it against completed bookings, wherever possible, to ensure it has been left by a real customer of the garage.
MOT Pricing in Southampton
| MOT Price Category | Price | Details |
| Average (Standalone) | £54 | The typical cost of an MOT when booked on its own, across Southampton garages listed on our platform. |
| Cheapest (Standalone) | £35.10 | The cheapest price garages around Southampton charge for an MOT booked on its own. |
| Best Deal When Combined with a Service | £19 | Many garages offer discounted MOTs when booked alongside a full or major service, including our featured garage. |
All prices accurate as of January 27th 2026 for a 2.1l BMW 3 Series. Local MOT Centres regularly update pricing information, so data is to be used for representative purposes only.
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