Book an MOT for your Ford

Why choose the RAC for your MOT for your Ford?

At the RAC, we’ve got over 125 years’ experience in helping UK drivers. We offer MOTs from RAC Approved Garages to make sure you’re getting an honest, reliable inspection at a fair price. Our trusted mechanics will make sure your vehicle is operating safely and effectively. You’ll get results you can rely on, at a price you can afford.

We also offer a full and interim car service.

Close up of an RAC Mobile Mechanic underneath a car

MOT

An MOT test checks if your vehicle meets road safety and environmental standards. Cars over 3 years old must pass an MOT test every year.

Lights and signalling

Check lights, indicators, and reflectors.

Brakes and tyres

Test brakes and examine tyre condition.

Steering and suspension

Inspect for wear and proper operation.

Exhaust and emissions

Measure emissions and check the exhaust system.

Visibility

Check mirrors, windscreen, wipers, and washers.

RAC Mobile Mechanic under the wheel arch of a white car

Full service

Get your car MOT-ready. Book a service with an RAC Mobile Mechanic. We’ll make sure your car’s safe and working correctly. Depending on your vehicle, it can take up to an hour and a half, but not to worry – we come to you. We recommend getting serviced every 12 months or 12,000 miles.

Road test

Before and after the service, we’ll run a general road test to detect if anything feels or sounds unusual and to make sure there aren’t any new problems.

Under the bonnet

- Battery and charging system check – Cooling system check – Engine oil and filter change – Fuel filter check – Air filter replacement – Power steering fluid top-up

Exterior checks

– Steering and suspension – Wheels and tyres – Brakes – Front and rear lights – Exhaust – Mechanical parts – Wipers – Wiper fluid top up

Safety feature checks

– Horn – Seatbelts – Seatbelt mounts

Full diagnostic check

We’ll plug into your onboard engine management systems using our specialist diagnostic computer. We’ll then run a full engine management system check, looking for electrical issues and any problems flagged up by the electric control units on the engine, the power steering, transmission, sensors and more.

And it’s not just MOTs that we do for your Ford

Repairs
Whatever you need, you can rely on our RAC Mobile Mechanics. Covering a whole range of repair jobs, from replacing your brake pads, fixing an alternator, getting your oil changed, or even a new battery fitted. RAC Mobile Mechanics come to you. Or do you need more in-depth work done at a garage? Choose an RAC Approved Garage to get quality work at honest prices.

Car Service
MOT coming up? Not to worry. Get ready with a full service from RAC Mobile Mechanics. We come to you at work or home, so you can relax as we service your car in your driveway. We recommend getting serviced once a year, or every 12,000 miles.

Nearby RAC Approved Garages

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Swanmore Car Repair Centre

4.8/5

Swanmore Car Repair Centre is an independent repair garage established in 2008. We offer a wide range of services and commend ourselves by providing the best quality and efficiency on every single job we undertake. Our clean, modern and well-equipt premises allow us to welcome any repair and rectify it. We cover anything from a simple service, right through to a full engine rebuild. On-site we have a vast range of different diagnostics equipment from a range of leading suppliers. We can facilitate diagnostics to complete vehicle reprogramming depending on individual need. We can accommodate all vehicle make's and models and are happy to be able to provide you with a reputable dealer level of service, all for the price of an independent garage. Our team specialise in Clutch, Cambelt and Brake repairs and are proud to be rated a national top performer. We are members of the approved garage network This ensures you have peace of mind and confidence when repairing with us. All of our team here at Swanmore Car Repair Centre are fully qualified and trained to the highest standard. We strive in making sure we deliver professional work with results, always put the customer's needs first. Customer satisfaction is essential on each and every job, no matter how big or small. We are very pleased to be able to provide both a collection and delivery service within 10 miles, or a courtesy car subject to availability. Of course, however, you may just prefer to wait in our comfortable waiting room, with free Wi-Fi and refreshments on offer.

Unit 7 Swanmore Business Centre, Lower Chase Road, Swanmore, Southampton, SO32 2PB

Richardsons Colchester

4.8/5

Established in 1966 we are one of the South East's leading vehicle repair centres. We have a team of highly trained ATA staff and we are a BSI approved repair centre so you can ensure your vehicle is repaired correctly. We carry our vehicle servicing and repairs at very competitive prices but still follow the exact schedule recommended by the manufacturer and your warranty is NOT compromised regardless of the age of the vehicle. We also fit parking sensors, tyres, batteries, in fact we can undertake almost any of your car needs. We have alos recently been certified as a Which Trusted Trader which the company has been audited on our ability to provide customers with a honest service quality and cost standard. See for yourself by visiting www.grahamrichardsons.co.uk

Grange Way, Colchester, CO28HG

Service Garage MOT & Repair Centre

5.0/5

Service Garage has been trading for over 60 years, established in 1946 we provide an extensive range of motoring services for Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas. We can offer free collection and delivery service. The services we provide include; MOT testing, servicing, repair, batteries, tyres, exhausts, punctures, air conditioning and diagnostic testing.

4 Towerfield Close, Shoeburyness, Southend-On-Sea, SS3 9QP

Kncustoms LTD

4.1/5

Kncustoms LTD are based in Sheffield offering the best possible service to all our customers from the more basic servicing to the extreme - an engine change. We pride ourselves in offering the best customer satisfactory, and going the extra mile!

Unit 1 And 2 Acers Hill Lane, Acers Hill Lane, Sheffield, S94TY

Portside Cars LTD

4.0/5

We are a family run business and it is important to us that your trust us and feel comfortable with us. We pride ourselves on giving the best and honest service that we possibly can with the quickest turnaround time.

Unit 8, Canal Bridge Enterprise Centre, Meadow Lane, Ellesmere Port, CH654EH

LM MOTOR CLINIC

4.8/5

Welcome to LM Motor Clinic in Kilmarnock. We are a long-established well run Castrol Service Centre providing exceptional garage repair services all provided by fully qualified and experienced technicians at competitive prices. Based in Kilmarnock, whether you need servicing, repairs or even diagnostics we can help. Our technicians have over 30 years combined experience in the motor industry so you can always rely on LM Motor Clinic for first-class servicing and repairs. What We Can Offer: Car & Van Servicing & Repairs Tyres & Exhausts Clutch Replacements Diagnostics Oil Changes Breakdown Recovery Castrol service Centre Flexible Payment Options As well as the above we also provide our customers in Kilmarnock with the following, Fair and Friendly Service, Pick Up Drop Off Service & all our garage services are Competitively Priced making sure you get the best possible rate for your service. Find out how we can help you Quality Work Honest Pricing Exceptional Customer Service Complete Peace of Mind We Have the Lastest Diagnostics with Dealer Software. Voted Scottish Garage of the Year and Scottish Specialist Garage of the Year at the Scottish Garage awards

19 Dean Street, Kilmarnock, KA31DY

P D Vehicle Services Ltd, Bosch Car Service

4.6/5

PD Vehicle Services Ltd was formed in 2011 by Pep and Dan, two highly skilled individuals already very well established within the motor trade. Both dreamed of opening their own garage, with the aim of becoming one of the largest, most well-respected and well-equipped independent garages in the area. Since opening PD Vehicle Services, Pep and Dan have expanded the garage into what you see today; a workshop full of the latest diagnostic and testing equipment, including state of the art camera measured four wheel alignment equipment and a multi class MOT Bay that can test mopeds, motorcycles, cars, minibuses, motorhomes and 3.5t vans. With ten Ramps, including two 5.5 ton commercial ramps, two floor level flush mounted ramps for low sports cars and a dedicated diagnostic bay, PD Vehicle Services Ltd now employ ten members of staff full time, with two members reception staff and a full time driver. PD Vehicle Services are an accredited Bosch service centre having to meet stringent standards to carry the Bosch brand, we are also are an RAC Approved repairer as well as an AA Approved garage. Serving local residents with privately owned vehicles to national fleet contracts running huge fleets of vehicles for ‘household name’ companies, the workshop caters for all types of vehicle maintenance and repairs. We also carry out warranty repair work for major companies such as warranty wise, the AA, Warranty direct and the RAC. We can offer you a whilst you wait service on all servicing jobs, with a turnaround of no more than 2 hours, depending on the job. This service MUST be pre-booked as we will need to have the parts already waiting for your arrival in the garage. We have a very large and comfortable waiting room at your disposal which offers comfortable sofas, a TV with Netflix, refreshments, a work station with Wi-Fi available should you need to work. Nothing is too much trouble so please feel free to get in touch and ask any questions.

Unit 4 Soho Mills London Rd, Hackbridge, SM6 7HN

G & R Autos LTD

4.8/5

We have over 17 years previous experience within the motor trade. We take on all makes and models of cars and short wheel-base vans. We can do anything from: Bulbs, brakes, exhausts, servicing, cambelts, welding, MOT’s and much more! We offer collection and delivery service within a 5 mile radius to reduce inconvenience you your working day.This service has to be booked in advance. For your no obligation quote call us!

Unit 18 G, Chapman Way, Tunbridge Wells, TN23EF

Bolton Tyre & Exhaust Ltd (OPEN 7 DAYS)

4.0/5

Bolton Tyre & Exhaust Ltd. Is a reputable vehicle servicing and repair centre based in Bolton, Lancashire. Being an established vehicle service and repair centre we specialise in all aspects of vehicle repairs, incl exhausts shock absorbers, vehicle diagnostics, vehicle air conditioning systems, MOT Testing, and vehicle servicing and repairs to all makes and models of cars and vans. We focus on providing excellent vehicle services to all customers throughout Bolton and the surrounding areas of Bury, Walkden, Leigh, Wigan, Chorley and Blackburn.

Topping Street Off Brownlow Way, Halliwell, Bolton, BL1 3UP

Hardacres Garage.

4.9/5

Hardacres Garage is a family owned and operated business in the heart of Mid Devon serving the local community of Tiverton and the surrounding area. We pride ourselves in being open and honest. Our work is carried out by qualified mechanics who specialise in BMW, Land Rover and Isuzu's. All types of work is carried out including fabrication and welding, servicing and repairs of all makes of Cars Vans and 4x4s.

29-31 Leat Street, Tiverton, EX165LG

MOT FAQs

How early can I book an MOT?

An MOT lasts for a year. The date it runs out is shown on your most recent MOT pass certificate. You can book an MOT near you up to one month (minus a day) before the due date and still keep the same renewal date.

For example: if your MOT runs out on 16 September, the earliest you can MOT your car and keep the same renewal date next year is 17 August. You can book an MOT earlier than this. But if you do, the renewal date will change to one year (minus a day) from the date your vehicle passed this MOT.

To find out when your MOT is and how early you can book it, use the GOV.UK tool.

When do I need to book an MOT?

A car needs an MOT every year once it’s three years old (four years in Northern Ireland). Then it needs to be retested every year on the anniversary of its last MOT. Cars under three years old don’t need an MOT.

Once you’ve passed, you’ll get an MOT test certificate showing the date of the test and the expiry date. You can get your car retested up to a month (minus a day) before it expires and keep the original renewal date.

If your MOT is due, get a quote from an RAC Approved Garage near you and book your MOT online today.

What happens if I fail my MOT?

If your car fails its MOT:

You’ll get a Refusal of MOT Certificate (VT30). You can only drive away if your current MOT certificate is still valid and no ‘dangerous’ faults were listed in the MOT. You will need to have your car repaired and retested.

Your Refusal of MOT Certificate will explain why your car failed its MOT test and explain what needs to be fixed for it to pass. Ask your local garage whether you need a full or partial MOT retest, as how much you pay will depend on the state of your vehicle.

If you get your car tested, repaired and retested at the same test centre within 10 working days, you usually won’t have to pay an MOT retest fee. Sometimes there will be a partial retest fee to pay. Just ask your garage for more information.

If you drive a car that’s failed its MOT because of a ‘dangerous’ fault, you can be fined up to £2,500. You can also be banned from driving and get three points on your licence.

To avoid failing your MOT test, maintain the condition of your car in between MOTs by booking a car service.

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