Book an MOT in Salisbury

Why choose the RAC for your MOT in Salisbury?

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 in Salisbury.

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 in Salisbury

Repairs
Whatever you need, we’ve got a repairs service you can rely on. Looking to get your brake pads and discs fixed at home? RAC Mobile Mechanics come to 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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Cavanfields Autocentre.

We have been established for over 18 years now, and are very proud of the excellent reputation that we have built up. We are proud to offer you a first class customer service and very competitive pricing, so please browse our stock list. At Cavanfields Uk Ltd we stock a range of used cars to suit all budgets and lifestyles so we are sure to have the right car for you.

Pennings Road, Tidworth, Salisbury, SP97SU

Andover MOT & Servicing Ltd

Car Servicing Andover offers everything you need from a modern state-of-the art workshop - with transparent charges and excellent customer service at the heart of everything we do. Our team of dedicated service professionals are here to meet your requirements and give you and your vehicle the best possible service and care As Car Servicing Andover are a Specialist service centre, all work and repairs are completed to the highest standard and you will receive a stamp in your manufacturer's service book. But we don't just service cars. We cover everything to do with your vehicle. Our experienced team of aftersales advisors will deal with the warranty company on your behalf and make all the necessary arrangements. We are one of the only service centres to offer free advice on your vehicle. If you have any problem or concern regarding your vehicle, please call our FREE advice helpline today. With all our experience would you want to go anywhere else? No additional work undertaken without your agreement. We will always advise you of any additional work and the costs involved and will not proceed with any work without your authorisation. Once the cost and work has been approved by you, work is then completed and you will be kept informed at all times of what your service will cost.

Broadway Garage, Suffolk Road, Andover, SP102JF

IN'n'OUT Autocentres Andover

At IN’n’OUT Autocentres we offer fixed prices MOTs and Servicing for any make and model of car with no hidden extras. We are proud to be a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’ so we are really a garage you can trust. We also have a 5 Star Trustpilot reviews rating. We provide OEM parts and 12 months warranty on all parts and servicing. We only use premium Castrol oils in all servicing. Our services are all completed ‘while-u-wait’ so you have never have the inconvenience of losing your car for the day. You can watch your car as it is being worked on through the viewing window or sit back and relax in our clean and comfortable customer lounges with FREE Wi-Fi and coffee and read the latest magazines. Check out our latest reviews and BOOK NOW!!

Andover Trade Park, Joule Road, Andover, SP103ZL

Portway MOT

A Family Owned & Run Multi Vehicle Workshop In Andover. Carrying Out Servicing, Repairs & MOT's To All Makes & Models of Cars, Vans, Motorhomes, SUV's, Motorcycles, Scooters & More Portway MOT Centre (formerly Hurstbourne Garage) have been trading since January 2006. We have a good reputation for high quality workmanship at reasonable prices. We pride ourselves on offering a friendly and reliable service, this is why our customers come back to us time after time! MOT's and servicing, along with general repairs are under taken at the garage for anything from a Motorcycle to a car and even vans up to and over 3 tonnes.

Unit 1, Brunel Gate, West Portway, Andover, SP103SL

Cadnam Garage Services

Whether needing an MOT, service or repairs, an ECU remap, or just another vehicle, our team of experienced technicians and support staff are happy to advise you in finding a solution to your requirements. Cadnam Garage is a member of the Good Garage Scheme, as well as an approved RAC and AA garage. We adhere to a strict code of conduct, which provides an open and honest approach to everything carried out in our workshops. While your vehicle is in our care, we will keep you informed every step of the way, and we will not undertake any additional work without your prior approval.

Southampton Road, Cadnam, SO40 2NB

Solent MOT Centre ltd

Based in upper shirley (Winchester Road) in southampton, Close to the general hospital, we offer a range of services such as class 4 mot, servicing, mot repairs, suspension, clutches and same day mot and repairs.

Unit 3A North Brook Industrial Estate, Hollybrook Road, Southampton, SO166RB

Car Link Ltd

Here at Car-Link we aim to provide a straightforward and easy approach to maintaining your vehicle. We have fully qualified and knowledgeable technicians who are always kept up to date with the latest training and equipment. While your car is in our workshop, we have a comfortable, heated, and air-conditioned waiting area where you will be greeted and assisted by our workshop manager Audrey. Being an RAC Approved Garage as well as an RAC Approved Dealership we are fully trained in handling RAC warranty claims, even if you have bought the car from another dealership. The RAC have been serving motorists since 1897, and as the motorist’s champion, it’s their duty to provide motorists with a network of independent garages they can trust, that’s why they set up the RAC Approved Garages Network. As an RAC Approved Garage we follow the RAC Customer Charter for Approved Garages. This means you will every time you bring your vehicle you will get: Honest pricing - All work will be explained clearly, and the costs will be transparent Quality work - Any repairs done will meet the high standard set by the RAC Exceptional customer service - You’ll find the service friendly, straightforward and jargon free

Ringwood Rd, Ferndown, BH229BB

Eco MOT Auto Centre

Eco MOT and Auto Care Located at 27-32 st marys place, Southampton, SO14 3HY Service offers: General Auto Repairs MOT Class 4 and 7 ( cars and vans) Brake Repair Clutch and transmission Tyre and 3D alignment Vehicle Diagnostic Vehicle Remapping Suspension Air Conditioning

Eco Tyres 30-32 St. Marys Place, Southampton, SO143HY

Andover Car Repairs

We are located on A303 Westbound at Barton Stacey. We repair and service all makes and models . We have a comfortable waiting area where we can supply tea and coffee. We are an rac and aa approved Garage and all our technicians are trained to the highest standards. Our reception staff are main dealer trained in all aspects of the garage industry. See our reviews on google. Servicesure new dealer of the year award 2024

A303 Westbound, Barton Stacey, Winchester, SO213NF

T G Services

http://tgservices.co.uk/ http://ahead-tyres.co.uk/ Car repairs and car servicing is what we do. Batteries, Brakes, Clutch, Car Engines, Car Exhausts, MOT

Joy's Keep Unit 26 Hazel Road, Woolston, Southampton, SO19 7GA

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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