Cheap MOTs: Scotland

ROBLIN11

I would recommend FARMER AUTOCARE to anyone in the Fife area.I have just had my car passed for the 3rd year running with no extra charges -just basic MOT cost.They charge £25 if you book by September 1st and £35 thereafter.They don't try and add on costs for things like faulty wiper blades oil top-ups etc etc.Very honest and reliable, just call Allan McPhee on 01592 268600 at the Kirkcaldy centre.They have other branches too in central Scotland.
For the cynical or suspicious folks on this site NO I don't have any vested interest in the company, I am genuinely only trying to help anyone seeking an honest, reliable dealer at a reasonable price.
Try them yourself and see.
Good luck all!
Rob

Meepster

I'll back what ROBLIN11 says. There was a Farmers garage on the corner of the street where I used to live (Dunfermline). Had the MOT done there two years in a row, only ever cost me £25 for the actual MOT.

The only things they found wrong were: first year, one of the tyres was borderline on the tread, they passed it but said it would need replacing in the next couple of months and the second year, one of my wiper blades was knackered (which I had been meaning to get around to for about 3 months anyway) and a bulb had gone, which they changed for me FOC.

I'll definately be going back there next year when my MOT is due again, even though it is 30 mins away from me now...

benyooro_2

I recommend the above website for any car works (including MOTs).

Having looked at all the majors in my area, this site led me to Burnfield Motors in Glasgow Southside. What a find.

Not only are you assured an MOT and service at a fantastic price, but (if you ask) you are directed to a local firm with similar standards for any tyre or body work i.e. "Just call xxx, ask for xxx and tell him xxx sent you".

The gentlemen concerned are all stunningly professional, and utterly dedicated to their work - it's a joy to deal with them.

Yes, yes - I know it sounds a bit like a commercial (!), but have a look at GoodGarageScheme.com and you'll see why I'm so happy to deal with these businesses!

amanduccia

marcellep wrote: »

I have used Nationwide for many years and never found any problems with them, There price is always so much cheaper than other places

Just called Council Garage - Cost is £54

Nationwide - £32.40

Money Saving!!!!

I decided to try Nationwide's half price MOT offer. That part went fine but the price they quoted for the work to be done seemed really high. I called my friend who's a mechanic and he laughed at me - apparently Nationwide are famous for cutting their MOT prices so they can get you in the door and rip you off for repairs. They quoted me £250 for the work. I took my car to an independent garage and he did the work for £100. I won't ever be going near Nationwide again!

marcellep

amanduccia wrote: »

I decided to try Nationwide's half price MOT offer. That part went fine but the price they quoted for the work to be done seemed really high. I called my friend who's a mechanic and he laughed at me - apparently Nationwide are famous for cutting their MOT prices so they can get you in the door and rip you off for repairs. They quoted me £250 for the work. I took my car to an independent garage and he did the work for £100. I won't ever be going near Nationwide again!

Least you never got ripped off with the "HIGH" cost of council MOT

scotsbob

tim1leg wrote: »

There is one in north ayrshire its in pennyburn kilwinning the no is o1294 541608 £33 for mot but if you need repair you need to take it somewhere else then bring it back. Great guys down there, good luck.

Didn't know about this one, thanks for the heads up. Went there today, the mechanic was superb and talked me through the whole test. Surprised this is not on the main Moneysavingextra list as it is North Ayrshire Council's MOT centre.

:rotfl: at all the posts in this thread from first time posters boosting garages. I am sure they are all genuine and no conflict of interest.

foolsgold99

scotsbob wrote: »

Didn't know about this one, thanks for the heads up. Went there today, the mechanic was superb and talked me through the whole test. Surprised this is not on the main Moneysavingextra list as it is North Ayrshire Council's MOT centre.

:rotfl: at all the posts in this thread from first time posters boosting garages. I am sure they are all genuine and no conflict of interest.

Brilliant. What's the cost of MOT and subsequent retest?

Thanks :beer:

fantasy1

RF MARTIN GARAGE

Unit 1, Corsehill Mount Rd, Dreghorn, Irvine, Ayrshire KA11 4JZ
Tel: 01294 222388
I have used RF Martins (just outside Irvine) for years now. They were recommended to me by a friend and I have subsequently referred all my friends and work colleagues to them. They never do work without calling you first and they will use non branded parts to replace branded items - this saves a fortune - for instance my windscreen wipers to replace with BRAND were £25+ VAT - NON BRAND (same quality as brand) with Martins charged me £6 total. It is only a small unit but they are always busy (good sign me thinks) so book early. There contact details are above.

neebster

Update:

I've just called the Glasgow City Council MOT testing station at Hawthorn Street to book an MOT for a private car and they tell me that they have no availability until May or even June.

As I need the MOT done before the end of February I'm not going to be able to use this good MSE tip. :-(

Kazzea

I always use Newtown Auto Services at 3, Portland Avenue Ind Est, Irvine. They always phone and check before doing any work - and tell you how much it will be ( no sudden suprises when you go to pay) and are always good value. Trust them completely and they have never let me (or anyone I know) down. Always a great service and I know they won't try and rip me off.