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Best MOT Centres in Dorset (2026)

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Moonfleet Cars Ltd

Moonfleet Cars Ltd

Dorset · BH19 3DZ

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

Swain's garage

Swain's garage

Dorset · BH12 4BG

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8:30am

5 reviews

St Pauls Garage Sobo Ltd

St Pauls Garage Sobo Ltd

Dorset · BH6 3QG

Closed Opens Monday at 8:30am

5 reviews

Terminus Motors Ltd

Terminus Motors Ltd

Dorset · BH9 1SE

Closed Opens tomorrow at 9am

5 reviews

The Bike Clinic

The Bike Clinic

Dorset · SP8 4PX

Closed Opens Monday at 8:30am

5 reviews

Southbourne Park Garage

Southbourne Park Garage

Dorset · BH6 3HT

Closed Opens Monday at 8:15am

5 reviews

Setyres Dorchester

Setyres Dorchester

Dorset · DT1 1QW

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8:30am

5 reviews

Twynham Motor Service

Twynham Motor Service

Dorset · BH23 3TQ

Closed Opens Monday at 8:30am

5 reviews

SEM Motor Repairs formerly Upton MOT

SEM Motor Repairs formerly Upton MOT

Dorset · BH16 5SW

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

Queens Park Garage

Dorset · BH1 4NF

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

West Way Motor Engineers Ltd

West Way Motor Engineers Ltd

Dorset · BH9 2AX

Closed Opens Monday at 8:15am

5 reviews

Dorchester Motor Company

Dorchester Motor Company

Dorset · DT2 8QW

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

Poole Tyre & MOT Centre

Dorset · BH15 3AH

MOT Centre Tyre Fitter

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8am

5 reviews

Jk Cars & Commercials

Jk Cars & Commercials

Dorset · DT4 9TH

Closed Check opening times

5 reviews

Willis Way Motor Repairs

Dorset · BH15 3TD

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

Dorchester Nissan

Dorset · DT1 1SS

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8:30am

5 reviews

Wincombe MOT & Repairs

Wincombe MOT & Repairs

Dorset · SP7 9QJ

Closed Opens tomorrow at 8:30am

5 reviews

Station Road Garage 1912 Ltd

Station Road Garage 1912 Ltd

Dorset · SP8 4QA

Closed Opens Monday at 8:30am

5 reviews

Sturminster Newton Town Council

Sturminster Newton Town Council

Dorset · DT10 2BS

1 review

Williamsons Repairs

Williamsons Repairs

Dorset · BH14 0RH

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

Dorset Prestige Cars

Dorset Prestige Cars

Dorset · DT1 1PR

Closed Opens tomorrow at 9am

5 reviews

Targa Florio

Targa Florio

Dorset · BH1 4AD

Closed Opens tomorrow at 9am

5 reviews

South Coast Auto Solutions

South Coast Auto Solutions

Dorset · DT4 9GH

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

Sunrise Service & MOT Centre

Sunrise Service & MOT Centre

Dorset · DT11 8ST

Closed Opens Monday at 8am

5 reviews

About MOT centres in Dorset

Fixaroo lists 208 MOT centres in Dorset, from independent specialists to multi-site operators.

Every MOT centre in Dorset is DVSA-approved and listed with current MOT test pricing. Whether your MOT is due this week or you're planning ahead, you can compare prices, read verified customer reviews, and book a slot online in under two minutes.

All listings are verified, regularly updated, and backed by real customer reviews. Prices shown are indicative — confirm with the garage when you book. Need help choosing? Check the FAQ below or use the service filter above the listings.

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Frequently asked questions

The maximum MOT fee set by the DVSA is £54.85 for cars. Many garages in Dorset charge less than this. Prices vary between centres, so comparing and booking online through Fixaroo is the best way to secure a great rate.

An MOT tests your vehicle's roadworthiness. Inspectors check brakes, lights, tyres (tread depth and condition), steering and suspension, exhaust emissions, seatbelts, bodywork, windscreen visibility, and number plates. The engine's mechanical condition is not assessed.

An MOT typically takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour for a standard car. If the tester identifies advisories or minor repairs that need addressing on the day, it can take a little longer.

If your MOT expires you may only drive your car to a pre-booked MOT appointment. If your vehicle receives a 'Dangerous' defect, you must not drive it at all. A 'Major' failure means the car shouldn't be driven until repaired, while 'Minor' failures and advisories do not prevent you driving home.

You can book your MOT up to one month (minus a day) before it expires and still keep your existing anniversary date. So if your MOT expires on 31st March, you can test from 28th February without losing any days.