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Southend-on-Sea MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights
£54.68
Average price for an MOT in Southend-on-Sea
4.95★
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8 Craftsman Square, Temple Farm Industrial Estate, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 5RH
About Us
We guarantee an honest experience with complete transparency on every step of the process, allowing you to feel at ease knowing that your vehicle is being maintained by highly skilled technicians. ** COLLECTION & DELIVERY AVAILABLE ** -But please advise if there are parking restrictions in your area.
MOT£54
4.92 (108 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, professional staff who provide clear explanations of required work and deliver efficient service, with many highlighting the convenient collection and return options. The team earns loyalty through honest advice, quick turnaround times, and thoughtful touches such as a comfortable indoor waiting area and accommodating remote workers during MOTs. No significant weaknesses emerge from these reviews, reflecting strong satisfaction across the board.
Physical Garage
11 CRAFTSMAN SQUARE, TEMPLE FARM INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS2 5RH
About Us
Our garage is a friendly, local business that has been running in Southend-on-sea in Essex since 1979. Our business puts our customers first and that's why we're proud to offer extremely high standards of customer service. We offer different services, MOTs and repairs and want to reassure you that you will be receiving quality work. We also aim to provide realistic, affordable prices that won't break your bank balance and that's why we're upfront and can give you an estimate on request.
MOT£54.85
4.9 (362 reviews)
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Customers repeatedly praise D&G Motors for friendly, honest staff, quick and efficient work, and clear communication with easy online booking. Common strengths mentioned are good value and fair pricing, trustworthy advice, convenient appointments (including Saturdays) and helpful extras like collection/delivery, with many saying they would gladly return or recommend the garage. A small minority raised concerns about transparency and service detail — wanting clearer job sheets and better explanation of what a “major” service includes — and occasional worries about thoroughness, but these complaints are rare.
About Us
We decided to start 'K & O Autos' during late 2021. We spotted an opportunity in the market to provide brilliant service at even better prices and that remains our number one aim today. No hidden costs, no hidden issues! Good honest repairs at what we believe to be market leading prices...hopefully you'll choose us for you next car maintenance!
MOT£54.85
5 (23 reviews)
Physical Garage
Unit 27, Grainger Ind Est, Grainger Road, Southend, SS2 5DD
About Us
We are a family run business with 30 plus years experience. We aim for customer satisfaction and are always honest and easy to deal with. We carry out servicing, brakes, diagnostics, engine replacements, front wheel alignment, tyres, aircon and much much more. Call for a quote.
MOT£54.85
4.97 (36 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, honest team and excellent communication, with many highlighting clear explanations of repairs, fair pricing, and efficient service. The mechanics are described as knowledgeable and professional, taking time to discuss MOT failures, advisories, and necessary work without pressure. Reviewers repeatedly recommend the garage for its reliability, straightforward approach, and quality workmanship.
Physical Garage
2 Comet Way, Southend on Sea, SS2 6XR
About Us
Group 1 Automotive UK is one of the country’s leading automotive retail groups, operating over 150 brand centres and representing 21 renowned car brands. Our mission is to deliver outstanding customer service, whether you're buying a new or used vehicle or returning for servicing. Bring your car to us and experience our state of the art facilities, and if you're waiting for your vehicle, make use of the free Wifi and complimentary refreshments. From purchase to aftercare, Group 1 makes the ownership journey seamless. Our manufacturer-approved service centres and skilled technicians ensure vehicles are maintained to the highest standards.
MOT£54.85
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How to Book Your MOT in Southend
- Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
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- Pick a date and time for your appointment.
After you book your MOT in Southend, 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 Southend. Plus, you'll improve your car's resale value and decrease your running costs at the same time.
Compare Southend 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 Southend. 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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