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  • BMG-Verified Garages Across the UK - local businesses that offer great value and consistently meet service standards. Look for the BMG-Verified badge to find the garages we’ve ensured meet our high standards for customer service, ratings, and reliability.

  • Compare & Book in Seconds - see your options side by side and choose the right garage for you. No jargon. No stress. No surprises.

  • We Show the Full Picture - all up front: prices, reviews, availability, and distance, so you can choose the right garage based on what matters most to you.

  • Real Reviews - genuine, verified feedback from drivers like you. Every review helps you book with confidence.

  • No Upfront Payment – we won’t ask for payment details when you book. Pay the garage directly once the work’s complete*.

  • Support Local Garages - we connect drivers with quality local businesses that keep communities moving.

 

*some mobile technicians (that come out to you) may require an upfront payment or commitment, please check this with them first.

 

These are just some of the reasons to choose BookMyGarage - enter your reg and postcode to see how we can help you make a confident, informed choice when booking your vehicle safety check now.

 

What Is a Vehicle Safety Check?

A vehicle safety check is a simple but effective inspection of the most important parts of your car.

Helping to keep your vehicle in top condition, booking this check can give you peace of mind about the safety and reliability of your car.

 

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What Is Included in Our Vehicle Health Check?

An expert technician will perform 16 checks of your vehicle's components, covering everything outlined in the table below.

 

General Checks

Check operation of external lights

Check operation of instrument warning lamps

Check horn

Internal / Vision

Check operation and condition of windscreen wipers and washers

Top up windscreen washer reservoir

Engine

Check coolant level and top up

Check Battery Condition

Check oil level

Brakes & Tyres

Top up brake fluid if required

Visual check of brake pads for wear & report

Check tyre pressures & adjust

Check tyre condition and tyre depths & report

Steering and Suspension - Under car inspection

Check steering components where visible for wear and failure

Check suspension for wear, damage and failure where visible

Exhaust - Under car inspection

Visually check and advise on condition of exhaust

 

Why Should I Book a Vehicle Safety Check?

By booking a vehicle safety check, you can enjoy:

  • A reduced risk of breakdowns

  • Improved vehicle performance

  • Peace of mind

 

Perfect if you've been neglecting car maintenance in recent years, you can get your car in top condition without breaking the bank with this handy check.

You can spot potential problems before they turn into costly repairs and drive knowing some of the most important parts of your car are working as expected.

 

Free Vehicle Safety Check for all Blue Light Card holders

Our comprehensive 16-point car safety check is completely free for any member of the following groups:

  • 4x4 Response

  • Ambulance Service

  • Blood Bikes

  • Border Force

  • British Army

  • Cave Rescue

  • Community First Responders

  • Fire Service

  • Highways England Traffic Officer

  • HM Armed Forces Veterans

  • HM Coastguard

  • HM Prison Service

  • Immigration Enforcement

  • Lowland Search and Rescue

  • MoD Fire Service

  • MoD Police

  • Mountain Rescue

  • NHS

  • Police

  • Red Cross

  • Reserve Armed Forces

  • RNLI

  • Royal Air Force

  • Royal Marines

  • Royal Navy

  • Search and Rescue

  • Second Line Responders

  • Social Care Workers

  • St Andrews Ambulance

  • St John Ambulance

  • UK Visas and Immigration

 

Many garages offer this vehicle safety check from just £19.99 for all other drivers (or free when booked with a service).

You can make a booking in under 60 seconds - explore your local garages options all in one place and book based on verified reviews from customers just like you.

Ready to take control of your car's health? Book your vehicle safety check today and stay one step ahead of potential car problems.

 

Frequently asked questions

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.
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.
Garages marked as BMG Verified have been physically visited by our team and meet our clear service level agreement standards for ratings and reliability.
Garages set their own prices to deliver great value for every driver, based on their location, costs and special offers. We show every price upfront, so you can decide what represents the best value for you without any hidden fees or surprises.
The best option for you will depend on your priorities. That’s why we show prices, ratings, availability, distance and everything else you need to find the right value for you, not just the lowest price.
We recommend the garages we deem most relevant for you based on your selected product, postcode and the reviews of garages in your area, prioritising BMG Verified and Silver, Gold and Top Tier garages for added peace of mind.

You can change your filters anytime if one factor is more important to you than others – full transparency, full control.