Choose The Best Garage for Your MOT – What To Consider Before Booking

Bonjour lecteurs, there are many places in the UK for you to book your MOT and vehicle service. That being said, there are less reliable operators in the area. To make sure you get a good garage that will do a good job for you without scamming you, I would check out the online reviews and customer testimonials, especially if you are considering using somewhere new. When you’re looking for the best garage to have an MOT conducted, what should you be most mindful of? Here are a few idées.

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MOT and Servicing

First of all, look for somewhere that does car servicing and MOTs under one roof. This way, it’s easier. Unless you have a mechanic in the house who can do some of it for you.

Every car should be serviced once a year to keep their log books up to date. Most people choose to do so before their MOT is due. This way, you can avoid any mauvaises surprise and extra expenses. En plus, it also means that any minor issues can be sorted out prior to l’inspection officielle.

Double check that your centre or garage also offer servicing too. Not all locations do it.

Book It ASAP

Book your MOT well in advance so that it’s not overdue. Although you’ll find many garages in the UK where you can simply turn up without booking, you might end up waiting.

Le plus simple is to book online or give them a call. Do so weeks or months ahead also so that you can get organisé for the day, especially if you have to do the school pick up. Your car might not be ready by 3pm so you need to have a plan B then.

I would usually take un bus local after walking to the nearby village. J’adore because c’est l’excuse parfaite to get some fresh air and you can even stop at the play area before heading home.

Proper Accreditation

Your MOT test won’t be worth anything unless c’est officiel. Remember that both the centre and the person undertaking the inspection for you need to be properly certified.

Check if the MOT centre you chose is accredited by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Apparemment, some places claim to be when they actually aren’t!

Look on the DVSA’s website to be sure. And if you want la crème de la crème in the sector, you can also book your MOT from a garage that is a member of an association, such as the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI). C’est une bonne idée.

Pricing Transparency

As well as the advertised MOT price, take a look at all of the servicing costs. You might end up with additional fees for replacing parts or for repair works that may need to be conducted.

Reputable garages will always have a transparent pricing policy that’s easy to follow. A good one? DAT Tyres is offering their professional MOT in London at just £54. Such un bon prix! Plus, you can book the service on their website without any complicated steps.

C’est parfait, especially if you travel lot in your car for work or or if you have a family road trip that coincides with the next due MOT date.

 

Et voilà! Choosing the right MOT and servicing the garage est très simple. Simply check your centre for a full accreditation. Choose a location that offers a combination of services, but also ensure pricing transparency. All you need to do is some recherche before. Plan ahead and it will go smoothly.

 

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