If you have a car, you will have to get an MOT test performed on it once a year. The MOT test is a legal requirement for vehicle maintenance if the car is older than three years and can be performed at any garage or auto centre that bares the three triangle symbol.
Choosing a test centre
There are many different MOT centres you can choose from; there are large chain centres and there are also good independent garages such as ACC UK which provide quality repairs, servicing and MOTs at leading garages and sites – such as MOT Aldershot if you live in the Hampshire area.
What to look for?
The most important thing is to find a MOT test centre you are satisfied with, as they will all vary on price and repair quality. Large chain garages will tend to be cheaper but independent centres tend to do better quality repair jobs that will last longer and save you money in the long run. It is also a decision that will be based on convenience and whomever you trust most carry out the work on your car.
Once you have booked your car in for an MOT test, the price will largely depend on the age and the current condition of the car. The garage often have a set price for the test itself but cannot guarantee a final bill for servicing until the car has been inspected and any repair work carried out.
If you have a relatively new car, the vehicle should pass the MOT test and only basic repair work and oil changes should be necessary; unless the car has undergone a lot of mileage. Older cars will require more work as larger and more expensive components begin to fail.
Cars that have major damage that cannot be repaired can be declared as not roadworthy, meaning the car has not passed inspection and cannot be brought up to standards. This will result in the car being declared as off the road and will have to be scraped or confined to private property.
It is also important to source the best garage to go to in your area as each mechanic’s judgement is different and a less experienced mechanic may overlook something and pass a car for inspection that is not safe to be on the road. Sourcing a credible garage with reasonable rates and experienced mechanics is essential to ensure your car is in good care and will continue to perform at peak proficiency for years to come.
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