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Southend-on-Sea MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

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£54.30
Average MOT price41st in East of England
4.93
Average customer ratingBased on verified feedback
593
Customer reviewsFor garages in Southend-on-Sea
3,000+
drivers compared prices to book an MOTin Southend-on-Sea in the last 12 months High Demand
3
Verified garages in Southend-on-Sea15th in East of England
Gold Tier2Goldgarages
2Total Tieredgarages

Top Rated

1007 Motors 5.0
2K&O Autos Ltd 4.9
3MotorTechs Essex 4.9

Most Reviewed

1D & G MOTORS - SS2 5RH408 Reviews
2MotorTechs Essex123 Reviews
3007 Motors35 Reviews
20.2%
Avg MOT discount (booked with service)60th in East of England
5
Garages offering MOT
3
Garages open on Saturdays
3
Garages offering collection & delivery
1
Garage with next-day availability
3
Garages accepting Class 7 MOT bookings
2
Garages offering monthly repayments
Next Available Slot02/11/20261 garage availableAverage Choice
Most Common Add-onFull Service
Average Time Between MOT Booking & Expiry15 days
1
Garage registered with Motorcodes
2
Garages on IMI Professional Register
1
RMI member garage
2
Garages offering 12-month parts & labour warranty

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MotorTechs Essex Offers Logo

8 Craftsman Square, Temple Farm Industrial Estate, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 5RH

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT in Southend-on-Sea

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

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4.92 (123 reviews)

Reviews Summary

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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, knowledgeable staff who take time to explain work clearly, whether for MOTs, servicing or more complex mechanical jobs, with many describing the team as honest and going the extra mile. Repeat visits and strong recommendations feature heavily, alongside mentions of handy touches like a comfortable waiting area and car collection service. There's little in the way of criticism, though one reviewer felt communication around additional required work could be even clearer, suggesting this is a rare rather than common issue.

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Fantastic Service”
Would recommend
Review left: 28/10/26
5.0/5.0
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“Great service”
Would recommend
Review left: 08/10/26
5.0/5.0
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“MOT booked and carried out efficiently”
Would recommend
Review left: 29/09/26
D & G MOTORS Logo
D & G MOTORS

Physical Garage

11 CRAFTSMAN SQUARE, TEMPLE FARM INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS2 5RH

Gold Tier Garage

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT in Southend-on-Sea

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

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4.9 (408 reviews)

Reviews Summary

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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, professional staff, honest advice, and the speed with which work is completed, with many highlighting excellent communication throughout the process. The straightforward online booking system and competitive pricing are also frequently mentioned as standout positives, and a number of reviewers have been returning loyally for several years. One reviewer noted the location can be a little tricky to find, so the garage may benefit from providing clearer directions to first-time visitors.

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Excellent services. Great customer care”
Would recommend
Review left: 15/10/26
5.0/5.0
Verified
“Great friendly service”
Would recommend
Review left: 14/10/26

Reply from D & G MOTORS

Thank you.

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Great service”
Would recommend
Review left: 03/10/26
007 Motors Logo
007 Motors

Physical Garage

Unit 27, Grainger Ind Est, Grainger Road, Southend, SS2 5DD

Gold Tier Garage

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT

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.

MOT£54.85

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4.96 (35 reviews)

Reviews Summary

AI Generated

Reviewers consistently praise this garage for friendly, professional staff, quick turnaround and good communication, with several highlighting fair prices and work done exactly as requested. Customers also mention noticeably smoother-running cars after servicing and a sense of reliability built up over repeat visits, and no weaknesses were raised in the recent feedback.

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Great service”
Would recommend
Review left: 23/08/26
5.0/5.0
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“Great Service”
Would recommend
Review left: 20/08/26
5.0/5.0
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“Superb”
Would recommend
Review left: 05/08/26
K&O Autos Ltd Logo
K&O Autos Ltd

Physical Garage

Unit 1-2, Stock Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 5QF

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT in Southend-on-Sea

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£52.95

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4.94 (27 reviews)

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Oil & Filter service”
Would recommend
Review left: 21/10/26
5.0/5.0
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“Very efficient”
Would recommend
Review left: 18/09/26
5.0/5.0
Verified
“Excellent team”
Would recommend
Review left: 05/09/26
Group 1 Volkswagen Southend Logo

2 Comet Way, Southend on Sea, SS2 6XR

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT

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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Ford£35–£55
Nissan£35–£55
Vauxhall£35–£55

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Ford Fiesta£35–£55

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Live price ranges across towns near Southend-on-Sea

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Southend-on-Sea£35–£55
Rochford£45–£55
Leigh-on-Sea£45–£55
Benfleet£15–£45
Wickford£35–£50
Basildon£25–£55
Rochester£20–£54
Chelmsford£40–£55
Gillingham£30–£55
Sittingbourne£29–£50

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Our Spotlight Garage in Southend-on-Sea D & G MOTORS - SS2 5RH

Gold Tier
★ 4.9
out of 5
408
verified reviews
£54.85
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“Very helpful and fitted me in last minute for my mot.”

– christopher, BMG-Verified review

Why D & G MOTORS - SS2 5RH Stands Out

✓ Gold tier status✓ IMI registered✓ Motorcodes member✓ RMI member✓ Waiting area available✓ Loan car available✓ Collection & delivery

Opening Hours

Mon–Fri08:30 – 17:30Sat09:00 – 13:00SunClosed

*All information accurate as of October 31st 2026

 

Frequently asked questions

Your car needs its first MOT by the third anniversary of its registration, then every year by the anniversary of its last one. You can get your MOT up to a month (minus a day) before it runs out and keep the same renewal date, so there's no need to leave it to the last minute. If you're not sure of the date, check when your MOT is due.

Driving without a valid MOT can mean a fine of up to £1,000, unless you're driving to a pre-booked MOT or to have the car repaired.
We recognise the very best performing garages in your area with a Silver, Gold or Top Tier badge. These badges help you spot garages that deliver customer service that goes above and beyond for drivers, offering great value, high standards and satisfaction/high ratings.
We never ask for payment details upfront.

Once you've chosen your garage, you deal with them directly from start to finish, paying only after the work is complete – giving you full peace of mind.

Some mobile technicians may request some commitment or payment upfront to cover the costs of them coming out to you.
Whether you need your car every day or simply want a hassle-free experience, our garages are here to make car care effortless. Where possible, they offer:
• Collection and delivery services
• Same- or next-day appointments
• Saturday availability

And with our comprehensive sort and filter options, we make it easy for you to choose the right garage, fast – whatever you or your car needs.
If your MOT expiry date is one more thing to worry about, you can opt in to our free email reminder service when you check out. That way, you'll get personalised reminders before next year's test, ensuring you never forget another inspection.
Absolutely. True value looks different to everyone so, whether you want the nearest garage, the best-rated option or the lowest price, you can use the Sort By menu in the top-right corner to compare results by Price, Distance, Availability or Reviews — whatever matters most to you.
You can change your booking details right up until the appointment date. You'll find instructions in the confirmation email you received or in your BookMyGarage account. Your chosen garage will contact you to acknowledge the amendment and re-confirm your booking.
Yes. If your current MOT is still valid and no 'dangerous' problems were found, you can take your car to another garage for repairs and its retest.

If your MOT has run out, you can only drive it to have the failed defects fixed or to a pre-booked MOT. If you leave it at the test centre for repairs and it's retested within 10 working days, the partial retest is free.
Garages marked as BMG Verified have been physically visited by our team and meet our clear service level agreement standards for ratings and reliability.