Welcome to MOTEST

Long established as one of the South East’s major MOT testing groups. We are a family owned and run company, with 21 branches across the South East, from Wiltshire to Kent. All our branch managers are highly experienced, with a dedicated staff serving the local community with a trusted, full servicing, repair & MOT resource for cars and vans of any age.

More than MOT Testing

Although our name implies MOT testing, we offer much more. Our skills and equipment allow us to offer a wide range of services from fleet maintenance to major repairs or servicing – all at highly competitive pricing. Our philosophy is only to do the agreed work and seek customer approval before any additional work is undertaken.

Quality of Service – better than a main dealer, and cheaper

What we seek above all else, is to offer our customers a superior quality of service. We aim to get the vehicle fixed quicker than a main dealer and will always go that extra mile for the customer. We are members of the RMI, Motor Codes, Trust my Garage, and apart from our youngsters going through training, we only employ fully qualified technicians.

John Ball

Managing Director

Don’t just take our word for it

We’ve accumulated over 2000 5-star reviews – see a selection of them here

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4.4
Based on 2,536 Reviews
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The whole team are fantastic here and cannot do enough to hwlp5

February 1, 2024
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Excellent garage. Trustworthy and genuine. Customer first advice on our cars.

February 1, 2024
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I recently moved to the area and needed an MOT, done a Google search, and found MOTEST Crawley. Booked my MOT and arrived on the date that i'd booked only to find that i booked the wrong date and was a month and half early. This was picked up by the MOT guy who bought it to my attention, and he gave me the option to come back another time to save me missing out on nearly a months worth of MOT, which i did. My mistake so they could have charged me, but they didn't. Great garage, honest friendly staff, I did come back, and my car passed. I will definitely come back when my service is due or if I need any work doing. Thanks MOTEST Crawley

January 31, 2024
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Would not go anywhere else

January 30, 2024
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After 2 failures to do the tracking on my car at the local branch of a big tyre place, I decided to drive to these guys, which are further away, but never let me down in the past. Issue resolved within 30 minutes. Now, my car goes in a straight line with a steering wheel under the correct angle. The lady at the reception is friendly and polite, and the mechanics know their job very well. Will definitely come back again.

January 29, 2024
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Brilliant once again had a problem they fixed it and passed the mot wouldn't go anywhere else

January 28, 2024
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Excellent service with friendly, patient staff. I brought my car in with an overheating engine and failed heating system. Through an inspection of my vehicle, a couple of other issues were discovered, which required immediate attention. Scary words as a car owner (price 😬) They were able to pinpoint and fix areas of my vehicle, showing me the old damaged parts aswell as inform me of the harm that these were doing. This was all achieved at a reasonable price. I spoke with many members of staff, but mainly Charlie who was able to inform me of the work needing done and assure me when my car was safe and able to be returned. Thank you very much, great service!

January 25, 2024
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January 25, 2024
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I have been using MOTEST for a few years now, and I must say that they are the best M.O.T. Centre ever, they just do M.O.T’s so unlike other garages there is no incentive to rip you off like some other garages that I could mention, anyway great service and great staff.

January 24, 2024
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I took my car in for its MOT. Everything was straightforward. I booked online, the interactions were good, the test was done while I waited. All good.

January 24, 2024
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Very good service able to get my MOT done today before it ran out on the 28th. Plus had a coffee whilst I waited for my car What's not to like. Man in the Juke

January 24, 2024
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Massive thank you to the guys at MOTEST Reading for sorting out my car when it was giving me grief on a Saturday. Really friendly and helpful service. I would recommend and would use them again.

January 23, 2024
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I can not recommend this garage enough. The guys are so nice and helpful. I had a few issues with a new car and was really worrying. They fitted the car in and sorted everything quickly and explaining all the issues so my concerns were put at ease. Thank you Adam and the team. I will be using this as my regular garage.

January 23, 2024
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Definitely recommend! Had my mot & mot repairs done here - everyone was super friendly and helpful! Will definitely come back if necessary

January 23, 2024
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January 20, 2024
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Booked my BMW in on Thursday for a Friday afternoon appointment, it was quiet, car was done on time, service was excellent and they have parking. If you wait you can walk to Town Centre but with the appointment basis they do you on time. They did not also put stupid comments on the MOT like 'undertrays fitted preventing inspection of underside of vehicle' I mean every manufacturer fits undertrays. All in all an excellent MOT centre been using them on off 25 years.

January 20, 2024
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January 18, 2024
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We received a very friendly welcome when we arrived to get my car MOT'd they took the details and key and told us when it would be ready. We left the car with them and walked I to town for some lunch and got a text when it was done saying it had passed. I've used them many times now and will continue to do so and recommend them to anyone that asks locally where to go.

January 18, 2024
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Highly recommended, trustworthy garage. Would use again without hesitation. Took my car here with what I thought was a well known issue. Turns out I had misdiagnosed the problem. The car didn't need the parts I thought it would and I was presented with a bill of around a fifth of what I was expecting !!

January 17, 2024
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Went back Monday morning and was met by the most pleasant lady for my MOT. They completed the MOT in the time allocated and both the mechanic and the lady who work there are a pleasure to deal with. Excellent customer service, could not be more helpful and welcoming. If you want to get your MOT done efficiently and with service that you cannot fault, I cannot recommend this place highly enough.

January 15, 2024
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Had to get MOT done. Sorted my car on time as computer system overbooked. I was even happier when car passed.

January 15, 2024
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January 14, 2024
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January 13, 2024
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Very nice stuff, good job

January 13, 2024
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January 13, 2024
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Can't fault this place, always able to book in for my MOT. Super service from the team..

January 12, 2024
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Great customer service received from the guys here, called back when promised and was very informative about the issues on my car. Would highly recommend!

January 12, 2024
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I have been a customer on and off for a few years, but recently needed a quick bit of work doing and they have been superb. I contacted them late one night when my car was indisposed and I had an email back early the next morning saying to bring it in as soon as I could and they would see to it. I arrived in the car and the chap on reception had made the link with my email and had the problem sorted within no time. I had a further problem and had to go back a few days later. Again, a phone call and they saw me straight away - they managed a very quick repair. Even sitting in reception an observing the manner in which customers were dealt with on the phone and in person was refreshing. I have had really mixed experiences with garages but I have been so impressed with MOTest Farnham I've felt moved to write my first ever Google Review. I feel confident in recommending them because of their speed, efficiency and helpful manner.

January 11, 2024
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January 10, 2024
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Friendly and helpful

January 10, 2024
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A very efficient MOT service, a very knowledgeable and helpful mechanic Nick - clearly explained the advisories gave good advice to remedy the problems. Many thanks for your help Nick. I would recommend MOTEST Worthing 🙂👍

January 6, 2024
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really good fast service friendly stuff 👌😊

January 4, 2024
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January 4, 2024
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Had my car MOT’d today and can recommend highly- easy to deal with, professional, friendly and will definitely be using again- Thankyou!

January 3, 2024
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Very helpful and friendly

January 3, 2024
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Best mot garage ever!! Great service, friendly, helpful, they're are professional and nice people, they'll sort you out. This is the place to go if you need your car sorted.

January 3, 2024
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Always so professional and helpful. Highly recommended - I've been bringing my cars here for years and had great service every time.

January 1, 2024
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Easy to book

January 1, 2024
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My girlfriend has used MOTEST for years, they are friendly and trustworthy, which is why you really need to book ahead.

December 30, 2023
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Friendly guys and don’t seem to fail cars without good reason. Used for a few years now, as we’ve got three cars see them often and haven’t had any issues

December 28, 2023
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Friendly staff.

December 27, 2023
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Very friendly, professional and helpful! Reasonable prices and great customer service 👍🏽

December 25, 2023
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December 18, 2023
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We've been using Motest for quite a few years now for MOTs and tyres when required. Brilliant service from helpful and friendly staff. We'll continue to use them, and highly recommend them to others. Stu and Curly Giles.

December 18, 2023
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At last I've found a garage that I can trust. The work and explanation on what was done plus any potential issues to plan for when the MOT is due was really good. They sorted out a brake problem earlier in the year and I've just had a major service, timing belt and water pump replacement. Top marks.

December 16, 2023
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Able to book MOT at last minute, friendly people and service, the bonus is they are not trying to rip you off.

December 15, 2023
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Quickly, politely, and without fuss, sorted out a problem with my keys. Very courteous. Made my day

December 13, 2023
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Dropped my car off in the morning, they identified an issue quickly and repaired it the same day, I picked it up at the end of the day. No complaints

December 12, 2023
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Easy booking online, always been very satisfied with service here.

December 10, 2023
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Accommodated my van last minute as it had broken down. Due to traffic and van being towed we arrived later than planned just before they closed. Our lift to get home was arriving after closing time. 2 members of staff stayed behind after hours so that me and the family could stay warm inside the waiting room than waiting in the cold while we waited for our lift. This was much appreciated as it was freezing. Was kept informed of the progress of the repair every step of the way and repaired was completed promptly. Great service, have been using Motest in Camberley and Farnham for a few years now. Both branches are excellent.

December 9, 2023
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December 5, 2023
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Always happy to assist and accommodate

December 4, 2023
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Took my van in for a class 7 MOT. The staff where very helpful and efficient. Wasn't kept waiting. Was given a clear explanation of the advisories and thanked for my custom. Very happy with the service I recieved.

December 1, 2023
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Very easy to make appointment and very efficient when doing the job

November 29, 2023
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Quick and professional service. Fair quote for glov plugs replacement. Thank you, will visit again .

November 29, 2023
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November 29, 2023
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Very efficient and friendly

November 28, 2023
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Quick and easy. Friendly staff and updated through out. Reminders sent prior to appointment which was helpful

November 27, 2023
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I have been taking my car to Motest Bracknell since 2019 and l am always happy with the service and how fast they are, last time l was welcomed by Colm and he was polite and efficient. I will recommend 100%

November 27, 2023
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November 26, 2023
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Very friendly and efficient service. Would recommend.

November 25, 2023
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I've used this garage for the last 5 years and it must be best MOT Test Centre in Swindon. Great service and communication. If repairs are needed they are done swiftly and their labour rates are very reasonable. A well run and decent business with great people. Well done.

November 25, 2023
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Had an MOT from them today, efficient and professional, friendly service, would highly recommended.

November 24, 2023
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At evening managed to book MOT for the next day. I am happy with service. Great customer service

November 23, 2023
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November 22, 2023
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November 22, 2023
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Can’t say enough great things about the lads at MoTest Camberely. Always there when needed. My wheel Nut sheared off when changing the tyre and they sort it within minutes. Highly recommended. Thank you as ever

November 22, 2023
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Booked me in quickly and great customer service, helped me out when other garages were being inconvenient. Would recommend

November 20, 2023
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November 20, 2023
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Great service, highly recommended.

November 19, 2023
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Very good place to visit

November 18, 2023
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Very efficient service the work needed was clearly explained and dealt with in a efficient and timely manner at a reasonable and affordable cost I left the vehicle with them and was updated through out the process of the repair really good team keep it up guys 👊

November 17, 2023
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Obviously a team of professionals. I shall certainly go back....

November 17, 2023
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I have a recently done MOT, reliable price. Friendly staffs.

November 15, 2023
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Polite professional and helpful. I took my merc in for mot and warning light on dash all sorted.a breath of fresh of fresh air.well done boys

November 15, 2023
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November 12, 2023
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Used for years previously but I haven't been back for 4 years as it went downhill. Used this week as it was convenient and a really great experience. New staff, will definitely be going back.

November 12, 2023
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Easy booking process, great service and even helped me with an issue on a different car to mine. Will definitely return if needed in the future

November 11, 2023
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Very polite friendly and honest. We have been taking the families cars here for years and always had great service

November 11, 2023
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Excellent service, very polite and helpful and the knowledge they have is brilliant. Thank you

November 11, 2023
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Very friendly helpful staff. Sensible quote and work done within the day.

November 10, 2023
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Brilliant staff very professional and polite

November 9, 2023
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November 9, 2023
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Always brilliant service.

November 8, 2023
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Really good customer service, have used these guys for years & have always had fab service. Honest, reliable & go above & beyond to help. Go meticulously through the quotes so you know you aren’t being ripped off. Thank you all & keep up the good work 👍🏼

November 7, 2023
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Really good service from here, were able to fit me in next day and provided helpful, efficient and overall excellent service.

November 7, 2023
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November 6, 2023
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Great service and helpful staff as always 👍

November 6, 2023
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Very happy! Had an MOT booked for a Saturday morning. Car failed but I got good advice on where to get fixed. I was then able to book a retest first thing Monday morning. Thank you!

November 6, 2023
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Excellent

November 4, 2023
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Great service. Gary and the team were prompt and efficient. Definitely come back again.

November 3, 2023
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I live in Brighton but will always return here for the friendly and professional service.

November 3, 2023
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The staff was very nice and efficient. He gave me some advice for coming years service. I would recommend it, especially to someone who newly arrived the community and not so familiar with car things.

November 2, 2023
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Very good pleasant service by reception and technician.

November 1, 2023
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Smooth,efficient,helpful reasonable pricing

November 1, 2023
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Excellent quick and efficient service at Hove Mot test centre,

October 31, 2023
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Done MOT at a very short notice, helped with minor repairs at a very reasonable cost, to sort out mot failure. Helpful and professional.

October 31, 2023
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Friendly helpful staff

October 30, 2023
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Great service and friendly staff

October 30, 2023
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Book a time, wait half an hour and done. Can't ask for more.

October 28, 2023
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Really friendly, great service

October 28, 2023
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Really friendly and helpful.

October 27, 2023
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sorted my van conversion there under a class 4 mot. very informative and friendly people, will be back next year 🙂

October 27, 2023
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Good, quick and fair service.

October 27, 2023
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Lovely experience, knowledgable staff and very friendly. Will be back with my other car when it's ready for MOT as well.

October 27, 2023
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Excellent work, kept to time too - see you in 12 months time!

October 23, 2023
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October 23, 2023
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Really good guys in there. Took my classic mini in there for a pre mot test. Great all round trustworthy garage. 5 stars

October 21, 2023
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Friendly and professional staff, booked same morning online and on time. car passed so happy customer. Thanks

October 21, 2023
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Great communication and customer service. Highly recommend. I will return there for next year's MOT or for any other work (if needed).

October 20, 2023
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Will and the team were so helpful in investigating a warning light at short notice. It was much appreciated.

October 19, 2023
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Excellent service as always by Michelle and the team. Despite very short notice (forgot my mot date) booked me in same day my car needed some small repairs which got me back on thevroad legal ! All in one day ! I wouldn't go anywhere else ! Thank you !

October 19, 2023
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Honest appraisal of work required, unlike Ford main dealer.

October 19, 2023
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Smooth and easy process with good customer service

October 18, 2023
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I have used this business for my van MOT's for the last 2 or 3 years. They are very well organised and very fair. Taking any vehicle in for repairs or assessment is always risky nowadays with so many rogue businesses and fake diagnosis stories around, but these guys are really great and do not rip you off. Genuine advice, fair prices and a great all round service.

October 18, 2023
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Took my car for an MOT. It had to be aborted due to a fuel leak , the staff were very informative and friendly. I would highly recommend this garage and I will be using it for my other car from now on.

October 17, 2023
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Fast, efficient, friendly and helpful

October 17, 2023
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Had an MOT and Service carried out. Reasonably priced with friendly and efficient service, was pleasantly surprised how quickly it was carried out. Would highly recommend.

October 16, 2023
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We always use this garage. I love the ease with which you can book and think the value compared with others is excellent. I too love the location.

October 14, 2023
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Recommended. My car failed and I used the mechanic they suggested who did the work then took my car back to MOTEST who redid the MOT for free. I will be using them again next year.

October 14, 2023
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Good friendly service, well priced

October 12, 2023
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Writing for my dad just got hes BMW Mot done he said they great bunch of lads very friendly as he always goes there ever year

October 11, 2023
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Used them a few times now. Always on time. And friendly staff.

October 11, 2023
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I'm never going anywhere else. So efficient. I only booked it in yesterday. I was allowed to park all day while I went to work. Was booked in for 1.30 but got a call at 10.30 to tell me the outcome. So impressed

October 10, 2023
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Opened on a Saturday, good availability. Quick and clear communication.

October 9, 2023
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October 8, 2023
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I like it here . always have my MOT's done here . good honest garage not waiting to rip you off for unnecessary work . I may get advisory notes at the end , which is fair enough . well done everyone

October 7, 2023
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October 6, 2023
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Fast efficient service. Easy to park and wait

October 4, 2023
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October 4, 2023
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2nd year getting my MOT done here and will be back again. Speedy and helpful service, thank you.

October 3, 2023
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October 1, 2023
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September 30, 2023
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Smooth Mot renewal. Great communication reminders etc Recommended.

September 30, 2023
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Excellent friendly service

September 29, 2023
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Excellent service. Very helpful and thorough. The online MoT booking system is great. Servicing charges are reasonable

September 27, 2023
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September 26, 2023
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Very reasonable prices, easy to book an MOT, very friendly staff, will definitely be going back

September 25, 2023
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First time I have used them. Polite and friendly. The waiting area is clean and tidy. Lots of car magazines to read or just watch TV. Conan was at the reception. Will use them again and book a service. Thanks, guys.👍

September 23, 2023
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September 22, 2023
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Great service very helpful today great customer service been using this garage for years always go out there way to help there customers highly recommended .

September 22, 2023
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They done a excellent job & had my van ready for me when I returned.

September 22, 2023
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This is my second review about this MOT centre. I greatly appreciate their service. So efficient, genuine, promising and prompt. The guy in the receptions is very polite, friendly, knowledgeable and understanding! He provided some useful information about my car following the MOT carried out this morning. I will definitely use them again. Thank you so much.

September 21, 2023
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Professional,courteous service.Happy to recommend!!👍

September 20, 2023
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Very helpful. Would be great if they could MOT motorcycles

September 20, 2023
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September 19, 2023
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I cant fault this garage. I've been taking my car here for service, mot and various issues over the last 5 years. They never rip you off and do a great job. I would recommend to anyone

September 18, 2023
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September 16, 2023
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Mum has asked me to leave this review. After realising she urgently needed an MOT she rang motest bexhill. They were brilliant and very kind. MOT completed the same day from friendly and professional staff she even had somewhere clean and relaxing to wait! Thank you so much 😊

September 16, 2023
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Excellent service from start to finish.

September 11, 2023
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Taken my car into Motest Reading for the last 2 years to get my MOT done, and I've been pleased with the service both times. Ben and Rhys in particular are both very helpful and efficient which makes my life a lot easier. Highly recommend.

September 11, 2023
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Great service and friendly staff, very thorough and efficient. Great place to watch MOT taking place too. Would be great to see motorcycle servicing and MOT introduced too! Look forward to coming back next time. Cheers.

September 11, 2023
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Adam at the front desk was really helpful and welcoming. Cost less than quoted for originally which was great and process was made very swift and easy. This was not our first time going to Motest.

September 10, 2023
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Great service, polite staff, and efficient.

September 9, 2023
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Excellent service. Just had MOT done on my Audi A3. The manager was friendly with great customer service. I will be coming here from now on. THANK YOU!!!! Look no further......book at MOTEST Epsom.

September 9, 2023
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What a fantastic, professionally run operation. Those guys went above and beyond to get me on the road for my hospital appointments. Absolute legends.

September 8, 2023
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September 7, 2023
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The team has great customer service and resolve issues promptly. I rate this on two visits for myself and my partner. Both happy with separate MOTs and separate services and fixes. Would highly recommend.

September 7, 2023
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September 6, 2023
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Took our car in for a diagnostics check as we weren't sure what the warning meant. They were very thorough and professional throughout. Will definitely be using MOTEST again in the future.

September 6, 2023
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Booked in swiftly and easily 🙂 Friendly, polite and efficient. I felt confident my car was well looked after! Fab service from the team.

September 6, 2023
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Had my annual service on my car here. Eveything was completed as requested including a full printed report of what was completed. Credit to Nick the engineer who explained to me items that could need attention in the future, and all with no attempt to push for work to be done. The reception staff x 2 gentlemen were happy friendly and welcoming, even in 30c heat! 🙂 Thanks for the great service. I shall be using MOTEST Farnham again in future.

September 6, 2023
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Polite and efficient

September 6, 2023
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September 4, 2023
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This centre was very helpful and friendly when booking at the last minute. Helpful advice. My second experience at this centre.

September 4, 2023
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First class service, advice and general willingness to make it an easy process and experience for the customer. Easy booking online. Front desk efficient and friendly; MoT tester clear and helpful on outcome of the test and additional observations.

September 3, 2023
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Prices seem competitive and always received sensible advice/quotes about repairs etc. we have used them for years and will continue to do so. No complaints.

September 3, 2023
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Honnest, reliable, above and beyond service. I can not recommend the garage enough. I have a service plan with Marshall Hyundai but they have let me down every time. Peter and his team have come to the rescue every time. This is my go to place so pleased to have found them.

September 2, 2023
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I’m so happy with the service I received at MOTEST Hillingdon yesterday! My car needed a fair bit of work done and the parts needed were a bit of a pain due to the model of my car but I’m so grateful for you getting it all done the same day. The work completed is to a high standard and it’s done so quickly and the price paid is an extremely fair price. Colin kept me updated along the way with what was happening with my car and was very polite and welcoming when you go in to the garage. Thank you to everyone again who was involved with my car repair, can’t recommend you enough!🩷

August 31, 2023
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Professional. Trustworthy. Highly recommended.

August 31, 2023
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Car passed its mot so nothing bad to say this year. Haha They offer Non biased mot. They're not out to make money from repairs. My go to place for last 12 years.

August 31, 2023
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August 28, 2023
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Excellent service and very helpful staff. Courteous and professional

August 27, 2023
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Easy to deal with. Can book online with short notice. If they say 12:00 they mean 12:00 so no extra waiting around. No complaints.

August 26, 2023
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Honest, straightforward and reliable. Have brought my cars here for MOTs and bits and pieces since they opened. Friendly team that work hard and come highly recommended.

August 23, 2023
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I would like to thank the team at Motest ..despite me running late they still carried out the MOT at a slightly later time on the same day. Rather than fail my car which would leave me and my family with no transport they carried out some adjustments and i collected it a hour later. Fantastic service highly recommend.

August 22, 2023
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I would recommend this place for a good MOT

August 19, 2023
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August 19, 2023
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Very helpful staff and I will use them again for mot

August 18, 2023
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Great service as always

August 18, 2023
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I had a fantastic experience at the Farnham branch of Motest. Particularly with Daylin, who was amazing; he went above and beyond in getting my car sorted. He was really honest and knowledgeable, and great at giving me updates. Thank you!

August 17, 2023
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August 16, 2023
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The guys at motest Bracknell were brilliant. My car broke down a couple of days before needing to deal with a family matter and they got me in the same day, and did a great job in remedying the issue with my car. They identified the issue same day, communicated with me start to finish and went above and beyond to make sure I could get up to see my family. Aside from the great quality of work, once parts came they managed to get them fitted and the car on the road same day. This isn’t common for performance cars so additional credit due here. They were very well priced too, I’d definitely recommend them to anyone in the Bracknell area for repairs or mot’s. Will certainly be returning.

August 15, 2023
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