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Southsea MOT: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

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£51.71
Average MOT price34th in South East
4.84
Average customer ratingBased on verified feedback
430
Customer reviewsFor garages in Southsea
2,000+
drivers compared prices to book an MOTin Southsea in the last 12 months

What local drivers say about garages in Southsea

AI Generated

Drivers in Southsea speak very highly of their local garages, praising friendly, professional staff who explain work clearly and offer honest, good-value advice without pushing unnecessary extras. Convenience is a big draw, with straightforward online booking, quick turnaround times, and collection and delivery services all earning regular mentions. Many reviewers say they've been loyal customers for years, though popular garages can get busy, so it's worth booking ahead.

5
Verified garages in Southsea23rd in South East
Gold Tier1Goldgarage
Silver Tier1Silvergarage
2Total Tieredgarages

Top Rated

1PROFESSIONAL GARAGE 5.0
2United Services Garages 5.0
3Ideal Motor Company 5.0

Most Reviewed

1City Exhausts and Tyres240 Reviews
2United Services Garages141 Reviews
3Ideal Motor Company26 Reviews
40.5%
Avg MOT discount (booked with service)47th in South East
5
Garages offering MOT
3
Garages open outside standard hours
4
Garages open on Saturdays
2
Garages offering collection & delivery
1
Garage with same-day availability
2
Garages with next-day availability
1
Garage accepting Class 7 MOT bookings
3
Garages offering monthly repayments
Next Available Slot02/11/20261 garage availableAverage Choice
Most Common Add-onFull Service
Average Time Between MOT Booking & Expiry16 days
1
Garage on IMI Professional Register
3
Garages offering 12-month parts & labour warranty

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United Services Garages Logo

174 Eastney Road, Portsmouth, PO4 8DY

Silver Tier Garage

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT

Family run business owner, I have over 25 years experience in the motor trade industry. Fast, friendly & reliable service. With expert advice from our team on all aspects of motor vehicles & light commercials. Since Covid-19 we have offered a free delivery and collection service, which has been so successful and popular with our customers we still offer the service today. So whether you are at home or work your vehicle can be collected & returned after the work is carried out. Unit 23, 174 Eastney Road. PO4 8DY. Opposite the end of Goldsmith avenue Milton end. Garage is located behind Milton Trade Centre.

MOT£54.85

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4.97 (141 reviews)

Reviews Summary

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Customers are overwhelmingly positive about this garage, with the collection and delivery service, clear communication throughout the day, and competitive pricing standing out as the most frequently praised aspects. Reviewers consistently highlight the friendly, professional staff and the convenience of having their car collected from home and returned once work is complete. No notable weaknesses emerge from the recent reviews, reflecting a consistently high standard of service across MOTs, full services, and last-minute bookings.

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Great service.”
Would recommend
Review left: 23/10/26
5.0/5.0
Verified
“Fantastic Service”
Would recommend
Review left: 14/10/26

Reply from United Services Garages

Thank you for your kind feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed your experience with us. We look forward to seeing you again Monday

5.0/5.0
Verified
“5 ⭐️”
Would recommend
Review left: 08/10/26

Reply from United Services Garages

Thank you so much for your Excellent review. Much appreciated

City Exhausts and Tyres Logo

141 Goldsmith Avenue, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 8QZ

Gold Tier Garage

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT

At City Exhausts and Tyres we pride ourselves on offering a first class service to all of our customers. We are a friendly, local garage who are dedicated to getting you get back on the road with minimum hassle. We offer a fully comprehensive range of Garage Services in Southsea, Portsmouth from car servicing and repairs to MOT testing, tyres and exhausts.

MOT£49

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4.89 (240 reviews)

Reviews Summary

AI Generated

Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, honest, and professional team, with many highlighting the straightforward online booking, competitive pricing, and clear communication throughout the service. Long-standing loyalty is a recurring theme, with numerous reviewers noting they have used the garage for years and would not consider going elsewhere. A small number of customers mentioned that availability can occasionally be tight due to demand, and one reviewer felt a condition report on tyres, discs, and pads would be a helpful addition to the service.

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Great service”
Would recommend
Review left: 05/10/26
4.8/5.0
Verified
“First-class MOT and full service – honest, efficient, and reliable”
Would recommend
Review left: 02/10/26
5.0/5.0
Verified
“Great service”
Would recommend
Review left: 29/09/26
PROFESSIONAL GARAGE Logo
PROFESSIONAL GARAGE

Physical Garage

Unit4, Southsea Works, 9 Rodney Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 8SP

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT

Professional Garage – Southsea's Trusted Local Garage Located on Rodney Road, Southsea, Professional Garage is a highly recommended and trusted local garage with over 15 years of experience in the motor industry. We are committed to delivering honest advice, reliable workmanship, and exceptional customer service to motorists throughout Southsea and the surrounding areas. At Professional Garage, customer satisfaction and vehicle safety are our number one priorities. We take pride in ensuring every vehicle that leaves our workshop is maintained to the highest standard, giving our customers complete confidence and peace of mind. Whether you n

MOT£45

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5 (9 reviews)

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Excellent Service!”
Would recommend
Review left: 12/10/26
5.0/5.0
Customer Review
“Great service/ quick turn-around”
Would recommend
Review left: 29/09/26
5.0/5.0
Customer Review
“Great service”
Would recommend
Review left: 29/09/26
Ideal Motor Company - Mobile Mechanic Logo

106A Eastney Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 8RP

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT

Ideal Motor Company - Your Trusted Local Mobile Mechanic At Ideal Motor Company, we bring professional vehicle maintenance and repairs directly to your doorstep. As a trusted local mobile mechanic, we provide reliable servicing, repairs, and MOT arrangements, helping customers keep their vehicles safe, roadworthy, and performing at their best. Why waste time sitting in a garage waiting room? We offer a convenient collection and delivery service within a 15-mile radius, making vehicle maintenance hassle-free and fitting around your busy schedule. Operating Monday to Saturday, we pride ourselves on providing a fast response, flexible appointm

MOT£54.85

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4.96 (26 reviews)

4.8/5.0
Verified
“Friendly & Efficient service”
Would recommend
Review left: 30/10/26
5.0/5.0
Verified
“Great Service and Communication”
Would recommend
Review left: 20/10/26
4.8/5.0
Verified
“Good mobile service”
Would recommend
Review left: 15/10/26
MY AUTO GARAGE ( MAG ) Logo
MY AUTO GARAGE ( MAG )

Physical Garage

Unit 6, Partnership Park, Rodney Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 8DF

Why You Should Choose Us for Your MOT

About MAG GARAGE PORTSMOUTH 07865214680 02394005316 02393200529 02380011587 Your Safety My Duty Welcome to MAG GARAGE PORTSMOUTH – your trusted, car servicing garage in the heart of Southsea. With over 35 years of hands-on experience, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable vehicle maintenance and repairs in a spacious, well-equipped facility. We proudly service all makes and models, including commercial and hybrid vehicles, offering a comprehensive range of services such as: TIMING CHAIN FOR LAND ROVER JAGUAR , SPECIALIST IN RANGE ROVER BMW MERCEDES VW AUDI PAUGEOT CITROEN TOYOTA AND NISSAN . Routine maintenance & se

MOT£54.85

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4.38 (14 reviews)

Reviews Summary

AI Generated

Customers consistently praise the garage for its friendly, professional staff who take time to explain work thoroughly and offer honest, cost-effective solutions rather than unnecessary upsells. The service is repeatedly described as quick and efficient, with many highlighting convenient features such as short booking times, collection and delivery options, and a clean, welcoming premises. Value for money, reliability and exceptional customer care earn strong recommendations from reviewers across the board.

5.0/5.0
Verified
“Quick to respond and extremely helpful.”
Would recommend
Review left: 10/08/26
1.0/5.0
Verified
“Up front and honest ,theyre not!! !!!”
Wouldn't recommend
Review left: 09/04/26

Reply from MY AUTO GARAGE ( MAG )

Hi Daniel, we’re sorry you were unhappy. We carried out the agreed DPF work, but unfortunately the DPF remained blocked. This was not due to our workmanship. We’re always happy to discuss this with you directly.

1.5/5.0
Verified
“Gave confusing excuses why he can't do the job”
Wouldn't recommend
Review left: 03/04/26

Reply from MY AUTO GARAGE ( MAG )

HI THATS NOT THE CASE I JUST COME BACK FROM HOLLYDAY SO CAN HELP YOU THE SEE THIS PROBLEM THENKS

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Compare Southsea 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 Southsea. 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.

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Our Spotlight Garage in Southsea City Exhausts and Tyres

Gold Tier
★ 4.9
out of 5
240
verified reviews
£49.00
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“I’ve always found this garage to be honest and trustworthy. I’m always well informed and advised of what is needed to be done. Great staff. Nothing too much trouble. Probably only use for MOT and service once a year but if that’s all I need them for then that proves to me they keep the car on track.”

– Emma, BMG-Verified review

Why City Exhausts and Tyres Stands Out

✓ Gold tier status✓ Waiting area available✓ Loan car available✓ Collection & delivery

Opening Hours

Mon–Fri07:30 – 17:00Sat–SunClosed

*All information accurate as of November 2nd 2026

Frequently asked questions

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

You can book an MOT online today by entering your vehicle registration and postcode into our comparison site.
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.
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.
An MOT can cost as much as £54.85, but many test centres set their prices lower to encourage more customers to choose them. While you can pay less than £54.85 for a class 4 test, you will never pay more as it is a fixed upper limit as set by the UK Government.

Class 4 covers all cars and light commercial vehicles registered in the UK.
You can book your MOT as early as you want, but most people choose to book it up to a month, minus a day, before the expiry date. This allows you to complete the same expiry date for the following year. For example, if your car was registered on the 1st of September, you could book your MOT between 2nd August and 1st September to keep the same expiry date.

If you book your MOT early, you get more time to fix any faults and ensure your car is still legal to drive on UK roads. However, if you book your MOT earlier than a month in advance, the expiry date will become the date of your most recent test.